Spreadsheets are indispensable in finance, even when advanced tools are integrated.

In the latest episode of Financial Modeler's Corner, host Paul talks with Adam Rakich about the role of spreadsheets in finance and the benefits of integrating tools.

🚀 "You'll price spreadsheets out of our cold dead hands," finance people say.

Yet, many tools today integrate seamlessly with spreadsheets, allowing bi-directional work.

This means you can still use spreadsheets for specific tasks, like M&A activities, while leveraging tools for broader planning and reporting.

🌐 Data integration is key. With tools like Data Blend, you get variance reporting that everyone can access, marking up reasons for variance, and providing comprehensive reporting on your numbers.

This makes budgeting easier and improves user experience, even for those who hate budgeting.

🎧 Tune in to hear more about balancing tools and spreadsheets for optimal FP&A practices.

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