The Plan Realization report lets you compare any mix of datasets selected in the plan over the entire fiscal year, with YTD and YTG breakdowns.
How to access
Navigate to Tools > Plan Realization from the sidebar.
What it shows
A comprehensive dataset comparison report with:
- FY total - Full fiscal year values
- YTD total - Year-to-date values
- YTG total - Year-to-go values
- Monthly averages for both YTD and YTG
- YTD vs. YTG gap in value and percentage
Display controls
| Control | What it does |
|---|
| Rename columns | Rename dataset columns for clarity |
| Drag-and-drop | Reorder columns |
| Hide/show columns | Toggle column visibility |
| Average YTD/YTG blocks | Show or hide monthly average sections |
| Segment hierarchy | Choose how to group data |
Period logic
| Period | Definition |
|---|
| FY | Set based on workspace configuration (e.g., January to December) |
| YTD | From FY start month to the plan’s start month - 1 |
| YTG | From the plan’s start month to FY end month |
The plan’s start month is applied consistently for every fiscal year when calculating YTD/YTG.
Automatic full-year stitching: When a dataset has no value for a past period, the report auto-fills with Actual or Last Plan value to provide a complete fiscal year view.
Comparison engine
The report shows absolute and percentage variances between displayed and referenced datasets, helping you quickly identify:
- On track - Where actuals meet or exceed the plan
- At risk - Where actuals fall short of targets
- Variance - The magnitude and direction of deviation
How to use it
- Monitor execution - Check regularly to see if your business is tracking to plan
- Identify gaps early - Spot deviations before they become significant
- Compare datasets - Mix Actual, Budget, Tactical, and Last Plan data in a single view
- Report to stakeholders - Provide evidence-based updates on planning adherence
Combine Plan Realization insights with Forecast Accuracy data to understand whether gaps are due to forecasting errors or execution issues.