The Purpose of Planning and Why It Often Fails

By Michael Coveney

Planning is believed to be vital for every organisation. However, plans are usually inaccurate due to the fast-pace at which businesses move, making it too difficult to predict every outcome. Inaccuracy is not the only issue with planning. It is important to recognise all of the issues and identify the main purpose of planning in order to improve the process within any organisation.

Seven Essential Tips for Strategic Finance

By Michael J. Huthwaite

There are some common misconceptions and pitfalls that may negatively impact an organisation’s ability to execute strategic modelling. Based on his work with finance teams across the world, Michael J. Huthwaite, shares his advice on how to enhance your thinking around strategic finance.

The Power of Scenario Planning

By Larysa Melnychuk

It is already possible for organisations to play scenarios in real time and at a multi-dimensional level. This article explains how organisations do this, and what is needed to establish an effective scenario planning process.

Driver-based Analysis in DB Regio AG

By Tanja Schlesinger

In this video, Tanja Schlesinger, VP Finance at DB Regio AG, shares a case study about implementing a driver-based analysis approach. It is exciting to hear how quickly the transformation can be achieved when you have the right people and the right approach.

3 Key Insights to Be a Successful Small Business FP&A Practitioner

By Mason Brady

When talking about FP&A, we mostly refer to large organisations. Nevertheless, small enterprises are also realising the value of this department. In this article, Mason Brady lists three steps which can help an FP&A practitioner perform their tasks successfully when working in a small company. These steps are applicable to all organisations, regardless of size.

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