Performance Management Working Group
The Performance Management Working Group within the ICFOA is committed to advancing the field of performance management across industries. This group focuses on developing best practices and frameworks to enhance the efficacy and strategic outcomes of financial operations, ensuring alignment with global standards and the evolving requirements of sustainability.
Working Group Members | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Position | Name | Association | Country |
Chair | Meriam Ben Boubaker | Vice President of International CFO Alliance & Vice President of COGEREF
| Tunisia |
Member | Emmanuel Millard | President of International CFO Alliance
& President Foundation DFCG
| France |
Member | David Wray
| President of the DFCG International Group & ICFOA Board Member & Chair for ESG Working Group
| France |
Member | Pascal Ballayer
| President of Pafe Portugal &
ICFOA Board Member
| Portugal |
Key Functions of the Performance Management Working Group
Research and Knowledge Sharing
- The group conducts in-depth research into current trends and innovations in performance management.
- Disseminates findings and best practices among ICFOA members and the broader financial community to support informed decision-making and strategic planning.
Policy Development and Advocacy
- Contributes to the formulation of performance management policies.
- Advocates for standards and practices that enhance operational effectiveness and ethical governance within organizations.
Member Guidance and Support
- Provides resources and guidance to ICFOA members to help integrate advanced performance management strategies into their operations.
- Aids members in navigating the complexities of implementing these practices effectively.
Collaboration and Partnerships
- Engages with external stakeholders such as regulatory bodies, educational institutions, and industry associations to promote and advance global performance management initiatives.
Workplan Highlights
- International Performance Management Barometer
Working Group Members | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Position | Name | Association | Country |
Member | Meriam Ben Boubaker | Vice President of International CFO Alliance & Vice President of COGEREF
| Tunisia |
Member | Emmanuel Millard | President of International CFO Alliance
& President Foundation DFCG
| France |
Member | David Wray
| President of the DFCG International Group & ICFOA Board Member & Chair for ESG Working Group
| France |
Member | Pascal Ballayer
| President of Pafe Portugal &
ICFOA Board Member
| Portugal |
Member | Fazil Boucherit | Director at Axys | France |
Member | Sami Dougaz | Consultant Manager at DOUGAZ MULTI CONSEILS | Tunisia |
A partnership with AXYS, a French consulting firm specializing in transforming the Finance function with 250 consultants and over 35 years of experience, has been established to develop a barometer that assesses global performance management practices, focusing on the integration of financial and non-financial performance measures. The BIPP stands out by providing companies with strategic insights based on in-depth analyses of responses to questionnaires collected worldwide. With this data, the barometer sheds light on various essential aspects of performance management, risk management, and the integration of social and environmental dimensions. It guides companies in their pursuit of sustainable and balanced performance.
Cross-Perspectives and Constructive Dialogue
The barometer aims to offer cross-perspectives by involving all stakeholders, from companies to standard-setting bodies and green investment funds. It highlights both the practices of companies in their sustainable transition and the level of alignment with the growing demands and expectations of the ecosystem. It also serves as a lever to create constructive dialogue among these stakeholders, fostering a better understanding of the convergences and divergences in expectations and practices, while working towards progressively aligning objectives.
- An annual conference will be held in an ICFOA member country to present the barometer results.
BIPP 2024: Theme and Objectives
- For its first edition, to be published in December 2024, the Barometer will focus on the role of the Finance function in the sustainable transformation of businesses.
- Each year, the BIPP will focus on a current theme, agreed upon by the partners. This year’s theme is: “The Role of Finance in Sustainable Transformation.” This choice reflects the growing need for companies to integrate sustainability into their financial management to remain competitive and responsible.
2. Mini MBA in Performance Management with Grant Thornton Tunisia
Working Group Members | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Position | Name | Association | Country |
Member | Meriam Ben Boubaker | Vice President of International CFO Alliance & Vice President of COGEREF
| Tunisia |
Member | Emmanuel Millard | President of International CFO Alliance
& President Foundation DFCG
| France |
Member | Hédia Mraihi
| Partner at Grant Thornton Tunisia
| Tunisia |
Member | Amine Ben Jemaa
| Partner at Grant Thornton Tunisia | Tunisia |
- Implementation of a Mini MBA program with Grant Thornton Tunisia to educate and certify members in advanced performance management techniques. A second cohort for this Mini MBA will be launched in the third quarter of 2024. This program aims to enhance the skills of members, preparing them for leadership roles in performance management.
3. Framework for Transitioning to a Sustainable Business Model
- Development of a framework to assist organizations in transitioning to sustainable business models. This framework includes toolkits and guidelines that incorporate best practices in performance management, enabling companies to effectively navigate their transition toward sustainability.