A Smarter Way to Plan: Why Finance Teams Are Turning to Workday Adaptive Planning
Finance leaders have seen enough of spreadsheets that buckle under pressure, planning cycles that drag on, and forecasts that feel out of date the moment they’re signed off. That’s exactly why we’re bringing people together next week in London—to talk about how finance teams are changing the game with a new generation of FP&A tools.
We’re hosting a breakfast briefing alongside our client, ICIT, a leading Workday partner, who will walk through a live demo of the Workday Adaptive Planning platform. If you’re looking for better visibility, faster planning cycles, and more time for real analysis—this is the event for you.
Why this session matters
FP&A is going through a shift. The days of clunky spreadsheets and static annual budgets are giving way to more dynamic, connected, and agile planning processes. But that shift isn’t just about technology—it’s about mindset.
At this event, we’ll look at how finance teams can:
- Reduce the time spent on manual tasks and reconciliation
- Collaborate more effectively across departments
- Forecast with greater confidence—even in fast-changing markets
- Spend more time analysing and advising, less time firefighting
And we’ll do it all with a practical, real-world demo led by ICIT’s experienced consultants, who’ve helped organisations across the UK transform their financial planning using Workday Adaptive Planning.
Why Workday Adaptive Planning?
If you’ve not seen it in action before, Workday Adaptive Planning is a cloud-based platform designed to take the pain out of budgeting, forecasting and reporting. It’s intuitive, flexible, and built for finance teams—not just IT. Here’s why it’s getting attention:
- Speed & agility: Refresh forecasts in real time and respond quickly to changes in the business.
- Scenario planning: Easily model “what if” situations to prepare for best and worst-case outcomes.
- Cross-team collaboration: Bring finance, operations, HR and others into the planning process—without creating chaos.
- No-code adaptability: Finance teams can build and adjust models on their own, without needing developers.
- Seamless integration: Connects smoothly with ERP, CRM, HR and other data sources for a full financial picture.
With over 7,200 organisations using the platform worldwide, it's a proven solution for finance teams looking to evolve beyond spreadsheets and legacy tools.
What to expect on the day
This isn’t just a product pitch. It’s a hands-on, insight-rich session aimed at finance professionals who want to get ahead.
Here’s what’s on the agenda:
- A short demo of Workday Adaptive Planning by ICIT’s FP&A experts
- Real-world use cases and practical tips
- A chance to ask your questions in an open, informal environment
- Peer networking with other finance leaders
- And yes—a light breakfast to fuel the conversation
Whether you’re actively exploring new solutions or just curious about what modern FP&A looks like, this session is designed to leave you with fresh thinking and tangible takeaways.
Event details at a glance
- 📍 Location: WeWork, 8 Devonshire Square, London
- 🗓 Date & time: Morning session (details shared upon registration)
- 🎟 Admission: Free, but spaces are limited
- 🍽 Includes: Breakfast, networking, demo, and expert-led discussion
Why ELN and ICIT?
At Executive Leaders Network (ELN), we work closely with partners like ICIT to bring practical, forward-thinking content to the leaders we serve. ICIT isn’t just another consultancy—they’re a Workday Adaptive Planning specialist, with deep expertise in helping finance teams turn complexity into clarity.
We’re excited to have them lead the conversation and share what they’ve learned from real FP&A transformations across the UK.
Ready to join us?
If you're ready to rethink what’s possible in FP&A—and want a closer look at a platform that’s built for the future—this session is for you.
👉 Register now to secure your place. We’ll have the coffee ready, and we look forward to seeing you there.