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FP&A Today
Getting more wins from your data - with Nicholas Mann
Aug 6, 2024
Nicholas Mann, founder and CEO of Stratos Consulting, shares his expertise in optimizing data strategies for businesses. He discusses the journey towards a unified data architecture and emphasizes the crucial role of FP&A in a company’s overall strategy. Mann highlights the impact of AI on variance analysis and the importance of collaboration across departments. He also opens up about his personal journey living with achromatopsia, showcasing resilience in the face of challenges while transforming financial planning through data-driven approaches.
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- Nicholas Mann highlights the shift required in FP&A from siloed data practices to cross-functional collaboration for better decision-making.
- The importance of automating data processes in FP&A is emphasized to enhance efficiency and redirect efforts toward value-added activities.
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Nico's Journey to Data Consulting
Nicolas Mann shares his inspiring career journey, which began with a combination of finance and information systems degrees. Initially working at a technology consulting firm focused on the Office of the CFO, he discovered the importance of data within finance teams, which was largely overlooked during his education. Through his experiences in various industries, he transitioned from consulting to an in-house role at a biopharmaceutical company, where he faced the challenges and inefficiencies of corporate environments. Ultimately, this led him to found Stratos Consulting, with a goal of improving data utilization across enterprises and fostering a positive workplace culture.
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