There’s no guarantee that current levels of volatility will subside anytime soon, and a majority of organisations are suffering from low planning agility that significantly hinders their ability to take advantage of opportunities or mitigate downside risks. This article reveals the importance of the human-machine learning loop for improving budgeting and forecasting processes.

Join us for the webinar on November 22 to learn practical insights and recommendations from senior finance practitioners to unveil the potential of FP&A Scenario Management.

Christine Fromont speaks about how Novartis has shortened a planning period from a 9-month to a 6-week cycle. She also tells from experience what processes and mindset changes her company dealt with during predictive planning implementation. Finally, Christine summarises her presentation with the top 6 lessons she has learned during their journey to predictive analytics.

In this article, the author examines seven technological and information enablers that help drive the success of Beyond Budgeting.

Corporate Performance Management (CPM) is all about making decisions on the operation of both the business model and any associated strategy improvement initiatives. This article gives an overview of the CPM Framework.

In this edition of our digest, we selected content about the role of leadership in FP&A Change Management. It's more than strategy and tactics; it's about fostering a culture where change is not met with resistance but embraced as an opportunity.

Karina Williams, former Business Unit CFO at Veolia Water Technologies and Solutions, shares practical insights into leading Change Management initiatives in her organisation.

In this video, Deepak Bhandari, VP FP&A and Strategy at High Liner Foods, presents a compelling storytelling framework consisting of three core components: 'The What', 'The So What', and 'The Now What'. Deepak also shares his practical tips on putting your presentation together to create a powerful story.

The Helsinki FP&A Board was launched on the 16^th of November, 2023 and has become a recent addition to the International FP&A Board chapters.

Senior FP&A leaders from Nokia, IKEA, Posti Group, UPM, Envista Holdings Corporation, Metso, Stockmann and many other companies attended the event to guide the development and promotion of better practices in global FP&A, identify and support new trends, skillsets and innovations.

In this article, the author describes how to create a dynamic and integrated sales harnessing the power of xP&A and giving your organisation the best chance to achieve your sales goals and grow your business. He also outlines a few steps for making it possible.