FIN2309. Agile Budgeting and Forecasting Tools and Techniques

In today's rapidly changing business environment, traditional budgeting and forecasting methods may not be effective in helping organizations manage uncertainty and adapt to a shifting environment. Agile budgeting and forecasting techniques are becoming an increasingly critical as a way to help organizations navigate uncertainty, identify risks and opportunities, and respond quickly to changes. Participants in this session will come away with a clear understanding of how agile budgeting and forecasting can help their organization stay ahead of the curve. Based off our experiences at Unum, participants will learn practical tools and techniques for implementing these principles effectively and gain insights from real-world examples.

Learning Objectives:

• Apply the key principles of agile budgeting and forecasting and how they can help your organization navigate uncertainty and adapt to changing market conditions
• Identify relevant targets for your organization and learn how to track performance and adjust your financial plans to align with strategic objectives
• Analyze real world examples that highlight how successfully implemented agile planning has been key to meeting business objectives
• Use best practices for developing flexible financial models that can adapt to changing circumstances, including the use of "what-if" analyses and sensitivity analysis