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How do rolling forecasts fit with 'beyond budgeting'?

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Beyond Budgeting replaces fixed annual budgets with adaptive processes, and rolling forecasts are a central tool—providing continuous, forward-looking guidance without a fixed annual target. Combined with relative performance targets and decentralized decision-making, rolling forecasts let organizations plan continuously and respond to change rather than being anchored to an outdated annual plan.
Real-world example A Beyond Budgeting company steers by rolling forecasts and relative KPIs instead of a locked annual budget.

Common follow-ups: Why are rolling forecasts central to Beyond Budgeting? | What replaces fixed targets?

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