Overview
Forecasts are all but certain to be wrong but directional correctness is what forecasting is all about
Despite this reality, companies should always aspire to be as accurate as possible. This program, delivered exclusively in cooperation with AFP, is designed to provide attendees with implementation-ready and theoretical approaches for improving forecasting accuracy. Discover how to identify key business drivers of growth and improve future visibility for agile decision-making.
ATTENDEES WILL LEARN:
Cross-departmental processes and workflows allowing forecasts to be updated regularly and efficiently
How to implement simple yet powerful modeling techniques to remove guesswork
To increase confidence and mitigate risk through data integration, scenario management and predictive simulation
Current agile technology and software solutions to help streamline forecasting processes and accuracy
WHO THIS PROGRAM IS FOR:
FP&A practitioners
CFOs
Directors of finance
New FP&A analysts
Aspiring FP&A professionals
Non-financial business partners
Leaders of financial teams
KEY MODULES, OBJECTIVES & TAKEAWAYS:
The importance of forecast accuracy
How to improve forecast accuracy
Driver-based forecasting and business decision-making
Forecast accuracy and statistical methods
Building and simulating more accurate forecasts
Monitoring and measuring forecast accuracy
Ride-sharing case study
