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Excel FP&A bolt-on or ground-up enterprise solution?
For decades, Excel has been the backbone of financial planning and analysis. It’s flexible, familiar, and universally understood. Yet as organisations grow, the tool’s limitations become clear. In an effort to extend its lifespan, many teams add FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis) “bolt-ons” plug-ins, macros, or templates that promise enterprise-level capabilities. On paper, it’s a…
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5 steps to FP&A project success
Stephen Hambling talks on Kybos, Diary of a CFO about the five steps to FP&A project success. When you’ve invested in your FP&A software, the next critical step is implementing your solution through a structured project. Most CFOs and senior finance leaders have participated in large-scale projects – often ERP implementations -which can be complex…
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Do I need an EPM system? Take the quiz
Evaluating whether your organisation needs an Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) system is all about understanding your current pain points in planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Take the quiz and discover if you need an EPM system 1: Are your budgeting, planning, and forecasting processes slow, manual, or Excel-based? If your finance team spends weeks consolidating spreadsheets, chasing…
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The 5 exceptional traits of top 1% CFOs
The role of the CFO has undergone a profound transformation, what was once a position focused on financial stewardship and control is now one of strategic influence and enterprise leadership. Today’s best CFOs are not simply financial gatekeepers, they are architects of value, trusted strategic partners, and catalysts of change. Based on CFO profiles observed across multiple industries…
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Get these 3 components right for FP&A project success
Stephen Hambling talks on Kybos, Diary of a CFO about the three essential components needed for Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) system success. Selecting the right FP&A solution is one of the most significant decisions a finance leader will make, impacting not only the finance function but shaping the strategic agility and competitive positioning of…
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Top 4 FP&A use cases for AI
The acceleration of digital transformation in finance is creating growing pressure for teams to modernise their approach, automate low-value manual work, and shift resources to higher-impact strategic activities. CFOs and finance leaders are looking to reposition finance as a strategic business partner. However, manual and transactional responsibilities often trap teams in reactive roles. Inefficient processes,…
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Why buy a financial forecasting system?
Stephen Hambling talks on Kybos, Diary of a CFO about the benefits of a modern forecasting system. A key question for any finance leader is: why invest in a forecasting system? Many organisations currently operate complex models in Excel. These models, while functional, often become unwieldy and time-consuming to manage—particularly as requirements grow. Version control…
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Your essential guide to ERP and EPM Systems
What are ERP and EPM systems? The distinction between ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and EPM (Enterprise Performance Management) systems is frequently misunderstood, with many finance leaders not fully appreciating the specific roles, strengths, and differences between these two categories of enterprise software. While both are critical to organisational effectiveness, each serves unique functions that, when…
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Why Kybos partners with Jedox
Stephen Hambling, founder and CEO of Kybos, discusses with Jedox the unmatched flexibility of the Jedox platform, what distinguishes it in the marketplace, and his rationale for becoming a dedicated Jedox partner in the UK. “With Jedox, there’s virtually nothing we can’t configure or tailor to client requirements. That level of flexibility is precisely what…
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Best FP&A software
Unlock unparalleled financial insights and streamline your business operations with Jedox FP&A Software – the ultimate solution for your financial planning and analysis needs. Why Jedox stands out amongst FP&A software Jedox FP&A software is widely recognised as one of the best FP&A software solutions available today. Its unique combination of flexibility, scalability, and user-friendliness…
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