News & Blog

20 Sep 2024

The IBP revolution: why your business can't afford to wait

Forget AI hype – this groundbreaking solution is the real game-changer your company needs now.

12 Aug 2024

Navigating the turbulence of change – lessons from post-coronavirus travel chaos

Kirsty Braines and Les Brookes explore strategies for proactive planning and integrated execution.

12 Jul 2024

Avoiding the AI abyss – steps to navigate hype and achieve real and lasting results

With vendors promising transformative results and media outlets heralding AI as the solution to every problem, how can business leaders discern genuine value from empty buzzwords?

08 Jul 2024

Reality check: is your Integrated Business Planning software really delivering value?

Many companies have invested heavily in IBP, believing it will be the silver bullet for their planning challenges. But all too often, the reality fails to live up to the hype – here’s why…

03 Jul 2024

The perils of blind trust in AI – why human accountability must not be automated away

Ensuring oversight is critical as AI becomes increasingly integrated into critical business functions. A recent case involving Air Canada’s chatbot highlights the risks of over-reliance on AI without proper governance and transparency.

07 Jun 2024

Beyond supply and demand – why portfolio management is the missing link for IBP success

Your IBP process is likely leaving money on the table if focusing solely on supply and demand balancing. Combining strategic product, financial, and resource plans is essential for alignment and agility.

15 May 2024

Neil Hill’s cycling challenge for Young Lives vs Cancer

Bristol to Amsterdam 2024

After the London to Paris ride we completed in May 2022 a group of six riders joined together to come up with a follow up challenge!

23 Apr 2024

Steps to achieve Integrated Business Planning success – navigating the icebergs

IBP is a challenging but rewarding journey that requires careful navigation and a focus on key factors, from prioritization to partnerships, to help organizations steer clear of pitfalls and reach their desired destination.

17 Apr 2024

How to realize the true value of Integrated Business Planning

IBP can drive better performance and financial improvement, and help spot potential dangers and opportunities, but many companies are floundering.

10 Apr 2024

Five myths and challenges of implementing Integrated Business Planning

IBP is a powerful process for navigating today’s complex business landscape, but many organizations fail to realize its potential because of this handful of misconceptions.

08 Apr 2024

Tackling the meeting madness epidemic – a path to empowered teams

Excessive and misaligned status meetings disempower teams and cause organizational drag. Resetting meeting governance and cascading authorities smooths flows and boosts efficiency and productivity.

20 Mar 2024

Managing volatility – business-critical lessons leaders must learn to thrive amid persistent uncertainty

Two years after Russia’s mass invasion of Ukraine compounded pandemic-induced supply chain chaos, volatility persists. Resilience is built by implementing robust contingency planning, data-backed agility, and closer supplier partnerships.