FP&A Trends Group

FP&A is evolving, but are we evolving with it? The latest FP&A Trends Survey reveals that: 🔹 52% still rely on spreadsheets 🔹 45% of the time is lost to data reconciliation 🔹 Only 9% use driver-based planning The solution? A structured transformation approach. Join us on March 26th at 1:00 PM CET as we explore the Four Layers of Modern FP&A Transformation — the frameworks, foundations and enablers that help finance teams shift from data crunchers to strategic leaders. 💡 Senior practitioners from top companies will share real-world insights. Don’t miss out — register today! 👉 https://lnkd.in/diVAcgVV #fpatrends #fpatrendswebinar #transformation

📊 39% of finance teams still rely on manual reviews for anomaly detection. That’s hours lost, errors missed and stress added. AI can change that. In Part 1 of the 3-part series, Carl Stiller, Senior Business Controller Finance Transformation at Transdev Sverige AB, breaks down how AI-powered anomaly detection is transforming financial close — catching errors before they spiral. 📌 Don’t get left behind - Part 1 is already live. Read now: https://lnkd.in/dhpw8arU #fpatrends #AI #artificialintelligence

Many FP&A teams remain stuck in silos — outdated KPIs, low influence, and little business impact. In this video, Frédéric Labey, Group CFO – France at dentsu International, shares how to break these barriers and turn FP&A into a strategic business partner by: ✅ Building trust with leadership ✅ Strengthening FP&A Business Partner collaboration ✅ Improving data quality & automation ✅ Training non-finance teams for financial acumen Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/dencmVf7 #FPA #FPABusinessPartnering 

How are organisations putting FP&A trends into practice?   📢 FP&A Trends Group is hosting a webinar to explore how to translate the top emerging trends into actionable plans that drive decision-making and performance, and I invite to register for this exclusive event.   Senior leaders from PJT Partners and Anaplan will share real-world examples, practical strategies and how leading organisations are transforming their FP&A functions to stay ahead.   📅 April 2 | 4:00 PM BST 🔗 Register here to join live or receive the recording: https://lnkd.in/d97vEGCT   Looking forward to this discussion — hope you can join too!    #fpatrends #fpatrendswebinar

🚀 How can FP&A teams navigate uncertainty and strengthen their strategic role? What approaches, tools, and innovations are shaping the future of FP&A? In our recent FP&A Trends Webinar, senior finance leaders from Eaton, Sherweb, and Workday explored emerging trends, shared practical insights, and discussed strategies driving change. 🎥 Watch the full webinar to discover how agility, AI, and technology are redefining the FP&A: https://lnkd.in/dy-EzCGV #fpatrendswebinar #fpatrends

🚀 "The transformation was a success — until I realised no one was using it." Ever been there? You roll out a new FP&A system, automate workflows, streamline reporting and provide training — only teams keep relying on old processes. Why does this happen? Di(Freddy) Li, Finance Manager at YunExpress, shares his first-hand experience leading FP&A digital transformation in a startup. In his latest article, he breaks down: ✔️ The hidden barriers that stop teams from adopting change ✔️ Why traditional methods fail in fast-moving environments ✔️ How a user-centric strategy drives real transformation ✔️ Key lessons from the frontline of digital finance ▶️ Read his insights here: https://bit.ly/3Q8kWVd #fpatrends #transformation

Microsoft’s secret sauce for finance? AI + Culture 🤖🙌. Takeshi Murakami, Country CFO for Thailand/Vietnam at Microsoft, shares how the company is blending AI with a cultural transformation to redefine finance operations. By embracing AI, Microsoft has significantly cut inefficiencies, enhanced decision-making and empowered teams to focus on high-value tasks. But it’s not just about the technology — it’s about how the culture adapts to support these changes. ➡️ Read the article to discover how Microsoft is driving this change: https://bit.ly/3DSPCqt What cultural shift do you think is most critical for AI to truly transform finance? Vote below! 👇 #fpatrends #aiml

Are you ready to make FP&A trends actionable? Join the FP&A Trends Webinar on the 2nd of April to discover the top 5 FP&A trends for 2025 and practical ways to streamline decision-making.

From our first collaboration in Geneva in 2017 to our 100th FP&A Board meeting together, our journey with International Workplace Group plc has been nothing short of incredible. With 4,000+ facilities in over 120 countries, IWG provides flexible, cost-effective, and fully serviced workspaces, ensuring FP&A leaders have the perfect environment to collaborate. 🤝 Over the years, we’ve held International FP&A Board meetings in 45 different IWG locations, across 21 FP&A Board chapters in 13 countries, bringing together 2,400+ unique attendees from diverse industries. We have enjoyed every venue—professional, inspiring, and perfect for meaningful discussions. As one of our FP&A Board Ambassadors put it: "These venues not only serve as places for meetings but also as catalysts for deeper collaboration and more strategic thinking among FP&A professionals" 🎯 Now, we are excited to share an exclusive 10% discount for International FP&A Board members when booking IWG venues for meetings and events! 🔗 Access your discount here: https://lnkd.in/ge4T9XPY 📖 Discover more in our latest article: https://lnkd.in/gkNdvNvH #fpatrends #fpaboard #internationalfpaboard #iwg #iwgspaces #collaboration

📊 Data is everywhere, but can your team quickly turn it into strategic decisions?   For FP&A professionals, the challenge isn't just analysing numbers—it's making them clear, actionable, and impactful. Data visualisation helps filter out noise, revealing key insights that drive faster, smarter decisions.   In our recent FP&A Trends Webinar, senior finance practitioners and thought leaders from Grainger, IBCS Institute and Lumel Technologies shared real-world strategies for creating powerful visualisations that enhance communication and decision-making.   ▶️ Watch the recording to gain practical insights and elevate your FP&A effectiveness: https://lnkd.in/gBCcTn5V   #FPA #DataVisualisation