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A CPM application for generating rolling forecasts In our engagements, all rolling forecast applica-
should be evaluated for specific business fit and tions are evaluated using EVAL, our CPM Tool
strategic features, such as: Evaluation Framework. EVAL is a systematic
analytical hierarchy processing-based scoring
Forecasting ability across months and years. framework to evaluate tools based on a well-
defined mathematical and analytical model. The
Driver-based planning and scenario approach consists of two steps:
management.
Integration of sales, revenue and cost rolling Step 1: Feature Comparison: Compares a
forecasts. detailed listing of the tools.
Ability to integrate projected information and Step 2: Proof of Concept (Optional): Focuses
compare it with the user-created forecast. on finding the working behavior of the enlisted
features.
Technical features should include:
The deliverables include a tool comparison report,
Ability to customize. a proof of concept (PoC) and a final tool recom-
Scalability to meet current and future business mendation. Figure 3 describes the steps involved
needs. with the EVAL tool.
Identify selection criteria Identify key stakeholders Evaluate fit Comparative scoring
(consolidation, Assign weights for Rate the line item Strategic and financial
financial planning) evaluation categories level fit on Proof of concept
Functional, non-functional, Assign prioritization scale of 0-4 (optional)
technical and other for detailed evaluation Identify strengths Finalize
parameters line items and constraints
Focus on to-be Prepare scorecard
process state
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Ramya Durga is a Senior CPM Consultant within Cognizants Data Warehouse Business Intelligence and
Performance Management Practice. Ramya holds a professional degree from The Institute of Chartered
Accountants, Cost and Works Accountants and Company Secretaries, India. She can be reached at
Ramya.Durga@cognizant.com.
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