Compare scenarios
Compare scenarios side by side to confirm alignment with primary goals, evaluate comprehensive planning, optimize resource usage, confirm feasibility, and financial information.
Before you begin
Verify that you have created one or more planning scenarios and selected planning items for execution. For more information, see Create a scenario.
Role required:
- sn_align_core.apw_user
- sn_align_ws.spw_financial_user - to view the financial widgets and details.
Procedure
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Compare different aspects of the scenarios such as Budget vs Target, Benefit, Budget distribution, trade offs, and alignment with primary goals.
Table 1. Visual cues in scenario comparison Criteria Description Planning items with no primary goal The planning items with no primary goals are indicated in red font. Removed from this plan Items that are removed from the plan when the scenario is approved, are marked with a red X. Added to this plan Items that are added to the plan, when the scenario is approved, are marked with a green checkmark. The following are some indications of the suitability of a scenario for approval:
- All planning items align with primary goals, with no items unassociated, providing a focused strategy that supports the organization's objectives effectively.
- The trade-off section includes relevant items, demonstrating comprehensive and inclusive planning that addresses various aspects of the project or initiative.
- The scenario is realistic and achievable, considering current constraints and capabilities, confirming that planned actions can be executed within the given timeframe and budget.
- Better benefit from financial planning using the widgets, Budget vs Target to validate the allocated budget against the set targets, Benefit to identify scenario with better monetary benefit, and Budget Distribution to see the amount of budget allocated to the top four goals.