Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting

Understanding past performance and translating that insight into forward-looking targets to align business results with the corporate strategy is key to driving shareholder value. Leading organizations leverage driver-based planning models and shift from traditional annual budgeting cycles into a rolling forecast focused on managing the enterprise's performance.

Related Client Success:
Large Premium Brewer: Operational Efficiency and Excellence

Related Research and Insights:
In Uncertain Times, Businesses Need Dynamic Planning to Chart the Course to High Performance

Based on research conducted with Cranfield University, Accenture has a differentiated perspective on the value of the planning process. Our methods, tools and deep skills allow us to work with companies to develop driver-based planning models, improving both the efficiency and effectiveness of critical planning, budgeting and forecasting activities.

Accenture's experts in planning, budgeting and forecasting can help your organization implement leading practices such as:

• Driver-based planning models
• Rolling forecasts
• Increased participation by operational owners
• Greater accountability by end users for items under their control
• Multiple scenario modeling
• Linking compensation to plan performance