In this newsletter issue, we delve into the realm of Predictive Planning and Analytics, exploring its opportunities, challenges, and strategies for successful implementation.

The author of this article illustrates the importance of aligning the type of Profitability Analysis with the requirements of the individual situation. He also explains what definition of Profitability Analysis is the most appropriate one.

In this short video, Francisco Canchanya, Former Director Controlling Excellence at SWAROVSKI, speaks about his company's journey of the intelligent transformation.

Join the face-to-face Copenhagen FP&A Board on September 21 and discuss the evolution of financial planning and analysis (FP&A) to extended planning and analysis (xP&A). 

In this article, the author outlines why any company can make data-driven decisions and explains the five essential steps for becoming more mature, which can be useful to any business. He also considers available tools that can help FP&A leaders make informed and data-driven decisions.

The International FP&A Board continues its expansion with the successful launch of its 30^th chapter in Munich on the 16^th of May, 2023. Larysa Melnychuk, CEO of the think tank and founder of FP&A Trends Group, led an insightful discussion focusing on the latest trends and developments in modern FP&A.

In this series of blogs, based on the recent webinar “XP&A in action: Enhancing FP&A Agility with Supply Chain Planning”, the author discusses the future of xP&A and supply chain planning. This article focuses on integrated planning and decision-making.

We are pleased to announce the release of the 2023 FP&A Trends Survey, and we invite you to join our upcoming webinar, where we will present the key findings from this global survey.

In this short video, Brady Ellis, VP, Head of Finance at Branch Insurance, demonstrated how automation of routine tasks empowered a small finance team to comprehensively understand and analyse their business, reduce costs and provide affordable insurance to customers. Watch this video to learn more about Branch Insurance's path to automation.

The role of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) leaders has evolved, and they must adapt to lead their teams effectively in the age of AI. The author of the article outlines what FP&A professionals should do to drive organisational success with the help of Artificial Intelligence.