Bridging Finance and Operations for Informed Business Decisions
About FINOMOD
FINOMOD – Modelling Business builds operationally minded financial models for Businesses through collaborative workshops involving their Business Managers and Executives. In today’s complex business environment, operational efficiency and financial performance are closely intertwined. Therefore, these advanced models strive to bridge the gap between operations and finance by seamlessly integrating operational data.
FINOMOD empowers decision-makers with a comprehensive understanding of how operational factors influence financial performance, providing actionable insights that enables them to optimize resource allocation, mitigate risks, align operational initiatives with strategic objectives and achieve sustainable growth. We believe that by harnessing the power of operationally minded financial models, companies can make informed decisions that drive success and prosperity.
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What Is an Operationally Minded Financial Model?
An operationally minded financial model, also called an Integrated Model, is a specialised tool designed to assist businesses in making informed decisions about their operational and financial strategies. It surpasses traditional financial forecasting by focusing on the operational aspects of a business, offering a more comprehensive perspective of financial performance and potential risks.
Key characteristics and applications of this model are:
- Incorporation of detailed operational data through the integration of the key operational drivers that support resource allocation decisions
- Establishing vital KPIs supporting business strategy
- Facilitating budget creation and performance assessment
In essence, it combines financial forecasting with operational insights to enable better decision-making, ultimately enhancing overall performance and profitability.
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Is an Operationally Minded Financial Model the Best Technique to Model a Business?
In many cases, a balanced approach that incorporates both financial and operational considerations into your modelling and decision-making processes is ideal. There is no universal answer as different businesses have different needs. However, if your business:
- has intricate operations with multiple factors directly affecting financial performance
- uses operational efficiency as a core component of your business strategy
- has operational resources that represent a significant cost
- requires consideration of both financial and operational factors to make decisions and/or stakeholders’ expectations such as investors and board members require detailed insights into how operational factors impact financial performance
Our operationally minded financial model can provide a comprehensive basis for decision-making, efficiency and profitability.
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What Is the Difference Between Traditional Financial Models and an Operationally Minded Financial Model?
One of the most significant distinctions between these two modelling approaches is their scope and purpose. Financial models traditionally focus on financial planning, analysis, and reporting. They are tailored to provide a detailed understanding of a company’s financial performance. In contrast, operationally minded financial models offer a more comprehensive view of a business by bridging the gap between operational and financial aspects.
These models aim to align a company’s operational activities with its financial goals and strategies, enhancing overall decision-making capabilities. This comprehensive perspective enables businesses to make more strategic, efficient, and risk-aware decisions, ultimately contributing to their long-term success and financial stability.
