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Jan 13, 2026

A UK AI Maturity Model for FP&A Planning Software

Sustainable adoption of AI for FP&A Teams in the UK looks very different from the 'autonomous finance' narratives often promoted elsewhere. UK FP&A leaders operate in an environment where transparency and management accountability are non-negotiable. As a result, the question is not how quickly AI can be deployed, but how confidently its outputs can be explained, challenged, and governed.

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by InfoCat Marketing 5 days ago

Dec 23, 2025

Why AI Adoption in UK FP&A Planning Is Different

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping financial planning and analysis (FP&A). Yet in the UK, adoption has been measured, selective, and cautious, so understanding these UK-specific dynamics is essential if AI in FP&A planning software is to deliver real value rather than friction.

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by InfoCat Marketing 26 days ago

Dec 10, 2025

FP&A That Actually Drives Decisions: A Practical Playbook for Modern Finance Teams

Modern FP&A isn’t about producing more reports—it’s about creating decision advantage. This post lays out a practical view of what high-performing FP&A looks like today, the mechanics that make it work, and how the right software (implemented well) turns planning into a repeatable, scalable management system.

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by InfoCat Marketing one month ago

Sept 9, 2025

Vena and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Time was, when obtaining a comprehensive overview and analysis of your company’s financial and operational performance meant endless hours of manual data transfers. All that has changed now with Vena's Microsoft native integration.

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by InfoCat Marketing 4 months ago

Aug 18, 2025

Practical Uses of Vena Copilot for FP&A Teams

Finance automation has for some time been at the heart of every Finance Directors to-do list, and now, with the introduction of the likes of Vena Copilot Agentic AI, the automation and reporting functionality has become a reality that is in widespread use.

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by InfoCat Marketing 5 months ago

Jul 29, 2025

Introduction to Vena Copilot

What is Vena ? As well as being a complete FP&A platform, Vena lives within the Microsoft ecosystem. What therefore makes it really different is its use of Copilot Agentic AI, which is transforming how FP&A Teams work.

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by Paul Houghton 5 months ago

Feb 25, 2025

Will You Be Affected by IBM's End of Support for TM1 V2.0.9 ?

IBM have recently announced some significant upgrades and changes to IBM Planning Analytics\TM1. This may have a significant impact on some existing customers. Find out if you need to take action.

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by Stephen Waters 10 months ago

Oct 17, 2023

5 Benefits Of Choosing Vena Solutions Software For Your Business

With its intuitive interface, powerful features, and flexible deployment options, Vena Solutions is an ideal choice for companies looking to streamline their financial processes and boost their bottom line.

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by InfoCat Marketing 2 years ago