MODELING & ANALYTICS

INCREASING CONFIDENCE IN YOUR OPTIMIZED BUSINESS DECISIONS

WHY ECONOMICS PARTNERS?

ECONOMICS PARTNERS DELIVERS DYNAMIC, EASY-TO-FOLLOW MODELS

MANAGERIAL SUPPORT

EP’s custom modeling allows managers to ensure forecasts are consistent with internal expectations

INCREASE EFFICIENCY

EP’s well-built models will lower review times and increase confidence in decision making

TRAINING AND SUPPORT

EP’s experienced analysts assist in the training and implementation of the model

FINANCIAL FORECASTING & BUDGETING MODELS

EP builds highly dynamic, easy-to-follow models for forecasting and budgeting purposes using industry-recognized best practices

A dynamic DCF, while not meant to replace other indications of valuation, can give an approximation of value implied by the forecasted cashflows

EXAMPLE: A 5-10 year forecasted 3-way financial statement model

Proposed Template for Advance Pricing Agreements

STRATEGIC DECISION-MAKING MODELS

We work with key stakeholders to develop an understanding of the business problem, outlining key assumptions and drivers, and desired outputs

We then create the model using industry-recognized best practices and assist in implementing the model

EXAMPLE: A model to investigate the financial impact of whether or not to develop a new product line (go / no-go decision)

MODEL HEALTH REVIEW

Our Model Health Review process analyzes existing models to find critical errors, highlight inconsistencies in logic, generate useful visuals and insights, and provide recommendations on how to improve the model

90% of all spreadsheets contain errors; these errors potentially have material impacts on the financial and / or KPI outputs of models

A model review will enable those who are already proficient in Excel to ensure their models are accurate and transparent

ECONOMICS PARTNERS’ MODELING & ANALYTICS TEAM USES INDUSTRY BEST PRACTICES

USING BEST PRACTICES ENSURES MODELS ARE
ACCURATE, DYNAMIC, AND EASY TO USE


MODEL STRUCTURE: Consistent, intuitive, and easy to follow

REDUCED COMPLEXITY: Shorter formulas, more rows, and intuitive logic

FORMATTING: Color coded, consistent, and obvious

CONSISTENT FORMULAE: Quicker review time, increased scalability, and less error prone

FLOW OF DATA BETWEEN TABS: Separate inputs, calculations, and outputs

USE OF CHECKS: Error identification and prevention

PROPER CIRCULAR REFERENCES: Reduced model drag and errors from iterative claculations

HEADERS / SECTION TITLES: Consistent and clear

INSTRUCTIONS / MODEL SUMMARY: Easy-to-use functionality and data flow visualization

FROM THE BLOG

5 KEYS TO BUILDING A CUSTOM EXCEL MODEL

Well-built models maximize simplicity and transparency as well as minimize the risk of errors.  A custom-built financial model can provide the basis for any important decision by ensuring accuracy and interpretability of data.

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