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History writer, lives near Durango, author of Minnesota 1918, View from Split Rock; So Terrible a Storm, Little Crow Footsteps & MN History in Star Tribune
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Structured Scenario Planning: FP&A’s Proven Edge

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By Curt Brown Verified
| Resourceful Finance Pro
Structured scenario planning delivers FP&A’s biggest wins: 13% better external integration, budgets down to eight weeks, and consistent execution – while 62% of non-adopters waste time on static budgets, per the latest AFP FP&A Benchmarking Survey. The survey also shows that senior leadership has clear processes in place, but many teams struggle to follow those plans with consistency. Finance groups generally manage risks and opportunities, yet only 46% report coordinating across departments.
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3 Critical Steps to Shield AP from Theft

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By Curt Brown Verified
| Resourceful Finance Pro
Accounts Payable teams are contending with a new kind of fraud threat driven by generative AI. A recent report in American Banker described how banks are evaluating AI-generated documents that look authentic enough to pass initial review. That same capability poses clear risks for corporate finance teams. When documentation can be generated instantly and adjusted to meet specific criteria, traditional review processes face new pressure.
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Master Excel Custom Number Formats in 3 Easy Steps

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By Curt Brown Verified
| Resourceful Finance Pro
In the fast-paced world of financial analysis, consistency is the cornerstone of professional reporting. When stakeholders review your spreadsheets, the visual presentation of data often dictates how quickly they can interpret key insights. Inconsistent formatting—such as varying decimal places or mismatched currency symbols—can lead to confusion and a perceived lack of attention to detail.
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