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conforce methodology
The introduction of SAP consolidation solutions is not just an IT project – it is a strategic lever for making the consolidated financial statements faster, more transparent and more future-proof.
In practice, however, it is clear that the technical possibility for automation exists – but the actual implementation often fails due to a lack of structure, unclear architecture or a lack of integration into existing processes.
The challenge is therefore not to create the financial statements automatically, but to rethink the entire financial statement process in organizational and technical terms and to design it efficiently.
This is exactly where conforce methodology comes into play.
What is conforce?
conforce stands for the promotion of consolidated architectures – a methodological framework that sees SAP Group Reporting not as an isolated tool, but as an integral part of a modern Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) landscape. The term is made up of “consolidation” and “force” and stands for:
- Structured process models for faster project implementation
- Intelligent automation of consolidation processes
- Future-proof reporting architecture with SAP
- Use of best practices
The 8 principles of conforce
conforce is more than just a set of methods – it is a strategic approach to the successful implementation of SAP Group Reporting. We base our conforce methodology on 8 central principles that have proven themselves in our many years of work.
- Scoping: Clear project start with target architecture and specifications.
- Architectural thinking: SAP Group Reporting is understood as part of an integrated EPM architecture – with SAP GR, GRDC and SAP Analytics Cloud. Our guiding principle: “Think in terms of architectures, not tools”
- Data strategy: A clear data strategy is the key to reliable results. Integrated data flows, harmonized sources and coordinated reporting processes create a consistent, reliable database.
- Interdisciplinarity: Successful implementation of SAP Group Reporting is only possible in a team: close coordination with FI/CO, joint master data maintenance and early involvement of all parties involved ensure sustainable results.
- Automation & templates: We identify automation potential at an early stage and use best practices, rules and templates to standardize processes and reduce manual intervention to a minimum.
- Capital consolidation: A central component of the methodology: clear consolidation logic, practical test migrations and targeted training create transparency and ensure data quality.
- Reporting innovation: With modern tools such as SAP Analytics Cloud and Review Booklets, we use embedded reporting, integrated review processes and create space for continuous improvement.
- Support: even after the migration, we offer you our department-oriented support during the completion process.
The application of the conforce methodology brings clear
advantages for decision-makers and project managers
- Up to 80% automation: reduction of manual activities in the consolidated financial statement process
- Efficiency: Faster project implementation thanks to clear structure and reusability
- Quality: Higher data quality through consistent architecture and data strategy
- Collaboration: less friction through interdisciplinary cooperation
- Future-proof: alignment with SAP strategy; combination of best practices
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