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S&OP/ IBP
S&OP vs. FP&A: Is this a competition, really?
It’s shocking to see how similar S&OP and FP&A are. To be more precise, demand planning in...
How Far Can We Go in Extending Supplier Payment Terms? Days Payables Outstanding (DPO) in S&OP/ IBP
Uncover the hidden challenges of Ghost Metrics in S&OP/IBP. A must-read for practitioners navigating the complexities of demand planning.
21 Ways on How to Make Any Stakeholder Fall In Love with Your S&OP/ IBP
Uncover the hidden challenges of Ghost Metrics in S&OP/IBP. A must-read for practitioners navigating the complexities of demand planning.
Have you Heard? The Business is Screaming for ONE Single Plan with Financial Ties: S&OP, IBP, FP&A, xP&A (almost a poem)
Loud and clear. The business is begging for one single plan with financial ties. Acronyms flourish...
Why Cash Lost its Crown in S&OP/ IBP?
Cash is king. But, in advanced Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) or Integrated Business...
What is the Difference Between Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP)?
Is that the right question? Or should we ask whether there are any differences between Sales and...
Sales and Operations Planning Terminology 101: S&OP, SIOP, IBP, FP&A, S&OE/ITP Explained
So many acronyms can become confusing even for the seasoned practitioner of financial and...
How to run a successful Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) for Substantial Financial Results
Think about profits, margins, cash flow, EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and...
How to Avoid These 7 Costly Supply Chain Planning Mistakes
Supply chain planning is essential to running any business because it determines how effective and...