FP&A Trends Digest: Issue #46
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Issue #46 - 11 September 2021
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Dear colleagues,
John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, famously said, “Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.”
Like Kennedy, this digest finds us looking to the future as we confront change and uncertainty. This time, the issue is thematic. It explores a single subject, namely Digital FP&A: using AI/ML/Predictive Analytics for planning and forecasting.
As usual, you will find invitations to the upcoming global webinars at the bottom of the digest. I hope to see you at one of these digital events soon!
Enjoy the issue, and keep on looking to the future with us!
Kind regards,
Larysa Melnychuk
CEO and Founder
FP&A Trends Group &
International FP&A Board
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By Ashok Manthena
Much has been written about how AI/ML can transform the finance function, but rarely with practical insights on how to get started on this journey. This article provides exactly that, guiding you on beginning an AI/ML project in your organisation.
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By Cédric Schmitz
“Hope and pray” was never a strategy, and the current environment means that “wait and see” is no longer an option either. It’s time for the FP&A function to reshape the way it operates. Combined with BI, AI can provide decision makers with better insights in less time, and with the same number of staff. Read the article to discover more.
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are explosive fields of development that promise to transform the FP&A function. But how can we harness the power of AI for the forecasting process? Discover more in this video case study. Two speakers from the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson reveal how to use Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning for Better Quality Forecast.
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FP&A Trends Digital Events
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FP&A Trends digital events are vendor-agnostic and complimentary. If you are not able to join the live session, you can register to receive the recording later.
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While profitability is an easy concept to grasp, it is notoriously difficult to manage. As market conditions change drastically, stable profits can no longer be guaranteed. So what is involved in managing profitability in times of uncertainty? How can organisations maximise both their short and long-term returns? Join this global webinar to find out the answers.
Dynamic and data-driven scenario planning is of utmost importance in this ever-changing environment. That requires building an agile finance process. How do we move from traditional methods to the data-driven and agile FP&A? Register for this webinar to find answers, and hear all about a leading case study of Applied Materials.
Data is the new currency for companies of all sizes and industries. An essential function of effective FP&A is to create a data-driven decision-making culture throughout the enterprise. Join this webinar to hear actionable insights on fostering a data-driven FP&A culture from senior finance professionals from eBay, Medtronic and Prophix Software.
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