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20 Reasons Forecast 5 Outperforms Sage Winforecast

20 reasons businesses switch from Sage Winforecast to Forecast 5 for advanced, error-free forecasting and reporting

“Where Is My Cash?” – The One Question That Could Save Your Business

A few years ago, I asked a family member who runs a big South African investment fund how much he’d lost in the infamous Steinhoff scandal, a massive fraud that involved overstating profits and assets by US$7.4 billion. “Nothing”, he replied to my amazement, knowing that prior to its collapse when i...

18.07.25 03:09 AM - Comment(s)

Tracking WIP Through to Capitalisation with Forecast 5

By Caroline

VAT may be notoriously complex, but Forecast 5 makes it simple to apply, track, and report—no matter the scheme or rate. From standard to exempt, monthly payments to VAT holidays, we’ve got your forecasting covered.

17.06.25 01:16 AM - Comment(s)

Andrew Martin Consulting: Tailored for All Industries

By Caroline

Forecast 5 proves its flexibility with tailored enhancements for UK agriculture. Fractional Finance Director Andrew Martin shares how custom reporting features have transformed forecasting for farming clients.

02.05.25 02:20 AM - Comment(s)

Consolidations: Handling of Minority and Associate Interests and Goodwill

By Caroline

Forecast 5 simplifies group consolidations by accurately handling minority interests, associates, and goodwill.

23.04.25 11:04 PM - Comment(s)

Consolidations: Allocation of Group Admin Amongst Subsidiaries

By Caroline

Allocate group admin costs effectively with Forecast 5 to ensure accurate, driver-based forecasts for all subsidiaries

09.04.25 08:03 AM - Comment(s)

Consolidations: Actual Results in Group Forecasts

By Caroline

Reporting and reflecting on actuals in a consolidation promotes healthier, stronger company-wide financial decisions

02.04.25 08:17 AM - Comment(s)

Consolidations: Multi-Currency Group Forecasts Made Easy in Forecast 5

By Caroline

Discover how Forecast 5 simplifies group consolidated forecasts across multiple currencies with accurate, real-time exchange rate adjustments.

17.03.25 09:15 PM - Comment(s)

Consolidations: Eliminating Intercompany Profits & Loans in Forecast 5

By Caroline

In the 2nd article of our series, dive into how Forecast 5 seamlessly handles intercompany profits, losses, and loans. Explore how our tool ensures the proper elimination of intercompany transactions, providing you with a clear, accurate consolidated forecast.

11.03.25 12:15 AM - Comment(s)

Consolidations: Forecasts Made Easy - With all the Bells!

By Caroline

Forecast 5 simplifies group forecast consolidations, handling currency, intercompany loans, overheads, and minority interests with ease.

05.03.25 11:17 AM - Comment(s)

Navigating Hidden Costs in the Age of AI

By Caroline

As AI adoption increases, finance teams struggle with rising costs, unpredictable cloud bills, and shadow IT purchases that strain budgets. A recent survey reveals that while IT budgets are set to grow in 2025, many organisations lack the data to track and manage spending effectively.

08.02.25 11:29 PM - Comment(s)

Strategic Budgeting: Navigate Economic Shifts with Forecast 5

By Caroline

In today’s rapidly changing economic landscape, businesses need a strategic and adaptable budgeting plan. Uncertainty, market fluctuations, and evolving consumer behaviour make it more important than ever to plan ahead with clarity. And with all the changes wrought on the UK economy by “Rachel from ...

29.12.24 06:32 AM - Comment(s)

The Moredun Foundation: A Century of Dedication

By Caroline

The Moredun Foundation has been a pillar of support in the livestock farming community for over a century, consistently demonstrating its commitment to animal health and welfare. The Moredun Foundation describe themselves as “a mixed group of charities and commercial subsidiaries focused on promotin...

28.11.24 12:36 PM - Comment(s)

UK Growth Strategy: Aligning with the US or Doubling Down on the EU?

By Caroline

The UK faces a defining choice — embrace US-style free-market growth or return to EU-style regulation. Discover what it means for UK business

28.11.24 06:42 AM - Comment(s)

Lord David Pannick rides to the rescue of Independent schools

By Stephanie

The Autumn Budget presented last week has ruffled a not inconsiderable number of feathers with accusations of lying and broken manifesto promises flying. The Office of Budget Responsibility failed to support the Chancellor’s claim of a £22bn black hole left by the last government.

07.11.24 12:51 PM - Comment(s)

Surviving the School Fees VAT Raid

By Caroline

Independent Schools face a 20% VAT hike in January 2025. See how Forecast 5 can help Bursars plan and make data-driven financial decisions quickly and accurately.

20.09.24 01:18 AM - Comment(s)

Stock Records: Unmatched Functionality

By Stephanie

Ensure your budgeting matches your business processes, whether you’re tracking purchases, managing work in progress, or modelling production.

26.08.24 12:16 PM - Comment(s)

Raw Materials, WIP & Finished Goods: Controlling the Manufacturing Process and Maximizing Profits

By Caroline

Efficient budgeting and cost analysis are essential for any business. Discover how Forecast 5's Stock on Hand functionality helps manage work in progress, production costs, and finished goods pricing across various industries.

07.08.24 08:46 PM - Comment(s)

The Audit, Reporting and Governance Authority (“ARGA”) and Forecast 5

By Stephanie

Deliver clear, accurate, and auditable forecasts with Forecast 5 to meet ARGA and governance standards

25.07.24 08:31 AM - Comment(s)

Seize Strategic Clarity With Post Election Opportunities

By Stephanie

Transform political change into financial opportunity with Forecast 5—track, forecast and adapt with confidence.

12.07.24 08:55 AM - Comment(s)

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20 Reasons Forecast 5 Outperforms Sage Winforecast

“Where Is My Cash?” – The One Question That Could Save Your Business

Tracking WIP Through to Capitalisation with Forecast 5

Andrew Martin Consulting: Tailored for All Industries

Consolidations: Handling of Minority and Associate Interests and Goodwill

Consolidations: Allocation of Group Admin Amongst Subsidiaries

Consolidations: Actual Results in Group Forecasts

Consolidations: Multi-Currency Group Forecasts Made Easy in Forecast 5

Consolidations: Eliminating Intercompany Profits & Loans in Forecast 5

Consolidations: Forecasts Made Easy - With all the Bells!

Navigating Hidden Costs in the Age of AI

Strategic Budgeting: Navigate Economic Shifts with Forecast 5

The Moredun Foundation: A Century of Dedication

UK Growth Strategy: Aligning with the US or Doubling Down on the EU?

Lord David Pannick rides to the rescue of Independent schools

Surviving the School Fees VAT Raid

Stock Records: Unmatched Functionality

Raw Materials, WIP & Finished Goods: Controlling the Manufacturing Process and Maximizing Profits

The Audit, Reporting and Governance Authority (“ARGA”) and Forecast 5

Seize Strategic Clarity With Post Election Opportunities

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