Dear colleagues,

Would you drive a car without headlights at night? Probably not. Yet, many organisations navigate today’s uncertain business landscape without the right tools to see what is ahead.

Scenario Management is the headlights of FP&A, yet only 22% of companies can run scenarios within a day, according to the latest FP&A Trends survey. The rest are making decisions in the dark.

If we accept that uncertainty is here to stay, why are not we doing more to prepare for it? This edition focuses on how FP&A Scenario Management illuminates the path forward. We delve into the latest research on scenario management, share best practices for timely and effective scenario planning and highlight expert insights on how organisations are successfully applying these strategies.

To help drive the conversation further, we invite you to participate in our annual FP&A Trends Survey. Your input will shape the industry’s understanding of agility and scenario management in today’s volatile world.

Best regards,

Larysa Melnychuk, CEO and Founder
FP&A Trends Group & International FP&A Board

FP&A is no longer just about numbers — it’s about influence, strategy and driving business success. But as expectations grow, so do the challenges. Are FP&A teams evolving fast enough? What is holding them back? And what will separate tomorrow’s leaders from those left behind?

This is your chance to weigh in. Take part in the FP&A Trends Survey 2025 and contribute to a global benchmark on the state of Financial Planning and Analysis. It only takes 10–12 minutes, and in return, you’ll be among the first to receive the final report, packed with insights on key priorities, emerging best practices and the trends shaping the future of FP&A.

FP&A leaders know that uncertainty is constant, yet most organisations remain unprepared when rapid shifts occur. While Scenario Management is often cited as the key to agility, the gap between theory and execution remains vast. Why are businesses struggling to implement it effectively? And what do leading organisations do differently?

Read this research paper to gain exclusive insights into the challenges, best practices and real-world applications of Scenario Management. Understand the core drivers of agility, uncover the biggest roadblocks in FP&A and learn how to close the gap between slow reaction times and proactive decision-making.

By Massimo Garau, CFO at Veganz Group AG

If you knew a storm was coming, would you prepare — or just hope for the best? Businesses today face constant disruptions, yet many still operate with rigid, outdated planning methods that leave them vulnerable to the unexpected. The difference between success and failure is not prediction — it is preparation. Scenario Management offers a way to build resilience, but why do so many companies struggle to implement it effectively?

Read this article to explore the real power of Scenario Management.

By Milind Karnik, Head of FP&A, Pricing and Profitability Commercial Banking at Citizens

You can’t predict the future, but you can prepare for it. The challenge is knowing when to run scenarios, which uncertainties to focus on and how to translate insights into action. Too often, businesses either overcomplicate the process or fail to use it when it matters most. So, what’s the right approach? And how can companies make Scenario Planning a seamless part of decision-making?

Read this article to master the art of Scenario Planning, and know exactly when, why and how to use it.

By Wojciech Porebski, VP of Finance, Grids & Power Quality Solutions at Hitachi Energy

Not all businesses experience uncertainty in the same way. Some face high-frequency, low-impact fluctuations, while others deal with long-term, high-stakes projects where a single shift can reshape financial outcomes. In industries like power and energy, where projects span years and billions, Scenario Planning is not just useful — it is essential. But what does effective Scenario Management look like in practice? How do organisations ensure their forecasts are accurate, actionable and adaptable?

Watch this video to explore how Hitachi Energy applies Scenario Planning in a real-world, high-impact environment.

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2 April 2025

FP&A is under pressure to deliver faster insights, drive strategy and enhance business agility. But why do so many transformation efforts fall short? The gap between recognising change and making it happen is where real impact is won or lost. What separates those who lead from those who struggle to keep up?

Register for this webinar to explore how FP&A teams can move beyond trend analysis and take meaningful action. Senior finance leaders from PJT Partners and Anaplan will share practical strategies and a real-world transformation story, revealing what it takes to turn insights into results.

24 April 2025

Why do so many finance teams still struggle with outdated processes, rigid systems and siloed data—despite investing in digital transformation? Agility isn’t about adding more tools; it’s about creating an FP&A ecosystem that enables speed, precision and strategic foresight. But how do we break free from legacy bottlenecks and build a system that truly drives impact?

Register for this event to explore practical steps finance leaders are taking to integrate key elements, streamline workflows, and create a smarter, faster and more connected FP&A function.

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