169. Balancing Acts: Performance Management in Finance with Christian Frantz Hansen


Join Hannah Munro on this insightful episode of CFO 4.0, featuring Christian Frantz Hansen from the Business Partnering Institute. Explore the intricate balance between quantitative and qualitative measures in performance management. This episode sheds light on how finance teams can drive value and navigate the complexities of modern business landscapes.

Also covered in this session:

  • The Business Partnering Institute's holistic view on performance management in finance.
  • The significance of supporting the business through collaborative efforts across functions.
  • Insights into effective benchmarks, the importance of qualitative measures, and innovative tools.
  • The critical role of people in driving change, emphasizing the need for a culture that supports learning, development, and adaptation to new technologies.
  • Practical advice on managing change within finance teams, including the importance of humour, connection, and the SCARF model to overcome resistance and foster trust.

  • What is the change that we’re seeing in finance teams and what does that have to do with value?
  • How do we define value?
  • How value goes beyond economic impact
  • What are the components of economic value identification?
  • Examples of the value identification conversation
  • What this means for the skills in finance

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