Introduction Driver-based forecasting models? What’s that? In retail, volatility is the new trend. A flick in the market switch changes half of how retailers do things. You name it: global economic uncertainty, inflation rates hovering above historical norms, and ongoing…
The business world thrives on a delicate balance between certainty and chaos. One moment, you’re cruising through a predictable quarter; the next, a disruptive innovation, economic downturn, or supply chain crisis shifts the ground beneath your feet. Welcome to the…
Updated: 27 March 2025 Once upon a time, spreadsheets were the holy grail of financial planning. Every budget, forecast, and financial analysis lived within meticulously crafted Excel formulas. But here’s the harsh reality: what once worked seamlessly is now a…
Finance is no longer just about crunching numbers; it’s about strategic evolution. In today’s fast-paced digital world, finance transformation is an imperative. Businesses are rapidly shifting from traditional finance operations to technology-driven, data-centric approaches that redefine financial efficiency. With automation,…
As the finance world embraces transformative technologies, one partnership stands out as essential: CFOs and AI. The partnership built between CFOs, and AI has the potential to be labelled as partners of the decade. The two of these titles have…
For years, Excel has been the default tool for budgeting and planning. Its flexibility, familiarity, and widespread adoption make it an easy choice for finance professionals. However, as businesses grow in size and complexity, budgeting in Excel increasingly shows its…
Imagine a world where financial reporting isn’t a tedious, time-consuming ordeal. A realm where stakeholders can effortlessly access the insights they need, from granular departmental data to high-level executive overviews. It’s a vision of self-service, where reporting becomes a strategic…
If you have the power to predict your organisation’s future, what will you do? Finance leaders can be the most powerful, leading your organisation to focus on the big value by sprinkling the magic of forward-looking metrics and customised predictive…
A solid financial footing empowers manufacturers to make strategic decisions with confidence and bolsters a manufacturer’s creditworthiness, enabling them to secure favourable financing options for future endeavours. With a clear understanding of their financial standing, manufacturers can effectively allocate resources,…
The manufacturing industry has always been defined by precision, timing and scale. But in 2025, it’s being defined by something else entirely: unpredictability. Demand patterns are harder to forecast. Supply chains feel more fragile. And the pressure to deliver faster,…
