Episodes

  • 12: How to use the planning and forecasting bible

    12: How to use the planning and forecasting bible
    Jun 25 2023
    In a time where the only constant is change, we need to change up planning and forecasting. FP&A professionals are always striving to improve and to share best practices. In the last epiosde of this series of The Softer Side of Finance, Anders summarises the ten commandments that he has analysed over the course of this series. 
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    25 mins
  • 11: Commandment 10: Thou shalt not allocate 100% of thy resources in one go

    11: Commandment 10: Thou shalt not allocate 100% of thy resources in one go
    Jun 19 2023
    We know that the plan is not going to happen. We know that the forecast is not going to be (and should not be) 100% accurate. We’re ready to adjust our course quickly and effectively in response to changing circumstances. In this episode of Softer Side of Fiance, Anders explores how an organisation should always have room for contingincies and how planning can hellp you stay ahead of the competition. 
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    15 mins
  • 10: Commandment. No. 9: 09 Thou shalt always include multiple scenarios in thy forecast

    10: Commandment. No. 9: 09 Thou shalt always include multiple scenarios in thy forecast
    Jun 11 2023
    This week’s episode of Softer Side of Finance explores how every organisation should never plan without preparing multiple scenarios; how do you prepare multiple scenarios without losing focus and what happens when the real world delivers an unexpected kick in the balance sheet? Anders takes listeners through how to plan for high / low alternatives of a scenario, and what to do when reality diverges. 
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    24 mins
  • 9: Commandment No.8: Thou shalt be able to re-forecast thy business in less than a week

    9: Commandment No.8: Thou shalt be able to re-forecast thy business in less than a week
    Jun 4 2023
    In this episode of The Softer Side of Finance, Anders discusses the process of re-forecasting an organiZation’s financials. Given that we operate in a world where the only constant is change, it is important to build out forecasting models that reflect this - find out the steps you can take to do exactly that.
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    15 mins
  • 8: Commandment No. 7: 'Thou shalt always aim for simplicity in thy planning and forecasting proces'

    8: Commandment No. 7: 'Thou shalt always aim for simplicity in thy planning and forecasting proces'
    May 7 2023
    In the most recent episode of The Softer Side of Finance, Anders explains how simplicity goes a long way when it comes to achieving one’s targets. The episode explores the core aspects a simple plan requires to be successful and how to reap the rewards of that simple plan.
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    18 mins
  • 7: Commandment No.6: Thy planning process shall always be collaborative and cross-functional

    7: Commandment No.6: Thy planning process shall always be collaborative and cross-functional
    Apr 23 2023
    This week, Anders highlights how planning and analysis is not an isolated function, but rather a skill that should be used to benefit the whole company. To create a successful business, every operational unit needs the help of Finance. He suggests some steps to create success for the whole business in this next episode of The Softer Side of Finance.
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    22 mins
  • 6: Commandment 5: 'Thou Shalt Not Aim For Accuracy As An Important Goal'

    6: Commandment 5: 'Thou Shalt Not Aim For Accuracy As An Important Goal'
    Apr 16 2023
    When we strive for the best in forecasting, should accuracy not be something to aim for? Especially if businesses rely on this to achieve its goals? This episode, Anders explains why accuracy actually lies in the execution of the planning process, not in the plan itself.
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    20 mins
  • 5: Commandment No.4: 'Thou Shalt Blow Up Thy Budget Process'

    5: Commandment No.4: 'Thou Shalt Blow Up Thy Budget Process'
    Apr 2 2023
    Budgeting processes are often guilty of trying to achieve too much. This week, Anders highlights the need for a multifaceted approach to budget planning, defines the particular three phases involved, and explains how they differ in their focus and technique, but all combine to create ultimate business success.
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    20 mins