Abacum’s scenario planning functionality makes it easy to test assumptions and adapt your model, without duplicating work or breaking your logic. With just one click, you can create a new version of your sales, revenue, or workforce plan and explore the impact of changing inputs like headcount, quotas, or attainment.
The result: fast, flexible, data-driven insights that empower finance teams to react quickly and plan proactively.
Key Benefits for Finance Teams
With Abacum's scenario planning solution, you can:
Create new scenarios instantly on top of your existing models, without breaking structure or formulas
Test different assumptions around growth, hiring, cost, or revenue to inform strategic decisions
Compare alternative versions of your plan—conservative, base, or aggressive—side by side
Enable faster, more confident decision-making by giving stakeholders visibility into key trade-offs
How to Build Scenarios: Step-by-Step Process
1. Start from Your Base Model
Whether you're planning sales, ARR, or workforce capacity, begin with a structured model already built in Abacum. This includes all your formulas, drivers, and assumptions.
2. Click to Create a New Scenario
With just one click, generate a copy of your model—formulas, structure, and inputs included. No need to rebuild or manually copy anything.
3. Adjust Assumptions and Forecasts
Easily tweak quotas, attainment, or headcount targets within the new scenario. Changes automatically flow through the model, giving you instant visibility into the impact on top-line metrics.
4. Compare and Decide
Switch between scenarios or view them side-by-side to align on the best plan. Whether you're presenting to the board or collaborating with business leaders, Abacum makes it easy to compare options and agree on next steps.
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Abacum’s scenario planning engine empowers finance teams to run faster, smarter what-if analyses without duplicating models or relying on error-prone spreadsheets. Just one click gives you a fully functional scenario with all the logic you need to explore new strategies. From sales capacity planning to revenue forecasting, scenario planning helps you move from reactive reporting to proactive strategy—ensuring you're always ready for what comes next. Whether you're preparing board materials, rethinking your GTM strategy, or adjusting hiring plans, Abacum gives you the tools to do it with speed and confidence. |
Disclaimer: This video is part of a 10-step series on how to build your FY’26 Budget in Abacum. You can explore the other steps on our website or in this YouTube playlist.
