Planning Hub: Transforming the planning process to stay ahead of change

 

Amadeus needed greater agility and accuracy in its forecasting. With the Planning Hub project, its planning process was transformed, resulting in a more efficient, connected approach ready for real-time strategic decision-making.

Amadeus

About the company:

Amadeus is one of the leading global distribution systems and technology providers serving the travel and tourism industries worldwide. Through its platform, travel agencies and ticketing offices can book with over 400 airlines. The system also offers access to more than one million hotels, car rental companies, and other providers such as ferries, trains, cruises, travel insurance, and tour operators. Today, Amadeus continues to drive innovation in the travel sector by leveraging technologies like artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data analytics.

Amadeus

The Challenge

From the beginning, both SDG and the change management team at Amadeus faced the challenge of ensuring that users understood the true value and scope of the implemented solution.

There was complexity in planning logistics, timelines, and cross-departmental collaboration.

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Impactful Results

50% less time in planning cycles, with minimal manual intervention. A fully integrated monthly rolling forecast at both financial and operational levels. A single, reliable, and consistent source of data. Enhanced capability to simulate scenarios and anticipate risks.

 

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What was the success factor?

  • A collaborative approach between key areas.
  • Advanced technology and SDG’s APM methodology.
  • A strategic vision based on real, actionable data.
 

 

Main benefits

Significant business impact

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Faster, more effective, and business-connected decisions
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More agility, insight, and control
 
 
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Anticipation of market changes

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