More control

A reliable source of truth gives your data genuine power

Excel is essentially a personal productivity tool. It is prone to errors, lacks built-in security, and can be resource intensive, with challenges around version control – meaning a lack of clarity and accountability around numbers. These gaps can lead to inconsistencies and undermine your
confidence in when making decisions.

A dedicated FP&A tool completely changes the game. It ensures a single, dependable single source of truth for actuals, forecasts, and planning data. That means no more second-guessing or competing versions of the “truth.”
Even better, it fosters team collaboration, allowing everyone to work together seamlessly. The result? Consistent and reliable numbers you can trust and decisions you can make with confidence.

The role of finance is changing

The high-performance FP&A team of the future won’t just support business functions; they’ll drive strategic decisions and shape outcomes. To meet these expectations, they’ll need to:

Combine and validate data from multiple sources, whether it’s human inputs or complex databases.
Work with up-to-date information, thanks to FP&A tools that offer version control and automatic synchronization.
Securely manage all data in a single, always-accessible database for authorized users on any device.

With self-service dashboards and AI-powered features, FP&A tools allow finance teams to streamline budgets, forecasts, and reporting, freeing up time for higher-value work that truly impacts business growth.

Contrast this with Excel spreadsheets. While it’s a useful tool for basic tasks, it wasn’t built for multi-user collaboration or frequent updates. The confusion caused by mismanaged siloed spreadsheets can lead to frustration and, worse, distrust in the numbers.

Finance leaders need to be confident in their data to deliver results and recommendations. That confidence starts with the right tools. FP&A solutions empower finance teams to operate with clarity, security, and accuracy, ensuring every decision is backed by data that’s current and complete.