MOLSON COORS
Finance Transformation
Key stakeholders across Molson Coors’ Finance Division gathered together in an EY wavespace workshop to learn about S/4 CFIN and understand the potential value case and applicable value levers for their Finance Transformation.
Client Engagement Workshop
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Duration: 6 Weeks (11.2023 - 12.2023)
The Challenge
How might we establish the case for finance transformation at Molson Coors by leveraging S/4 CFIN?
Objectives
Define and align on what “Transformation” means for Molson Coors
Align key stakeholders on leveraging the S/4 CFIN event to transform Finance
Expand the understanding of the possibilities for transformation and S/4 migration through use of CFIN
Share case studies to illustrate value creation and implementation lessons
Align on relevant drivers for Molson Coors’ business cases
Establish next steps to drive momentum on the business cases
Design Process
The team leveraged EY wavespace models to scope, probe, and comprehend the ask of the client and how to approach it.
Workshop Agenda
Through collaboration with the account team and the client, we meticulously crafted a comprehensive 6-hour workshop agenda. This agenda seamlessly integrated a sequence of interactive activities, designed to facilitate participant engagement, encouraging them to delve into meaningful discussions, articulate 'a-ha' moments, pose thought-provoking questions, and ultimately achieve their desired outcomes.
Theme of the Session
To enhance the overall experience and cultivate the desired mindset shift, we crafted a unique "Safari theme" exclusively tailored for this session.
This thematic approach symbolized venturing into the wilderness and embarking on an evolutionary journey for the Finance Transformation at Molson Coors. Participants enjoyed their roles as 'Safari Rangers,' immersing themselves in the adventure of their transformative journey.
Production & Workshop Delivery
We leveraged Miro and Mentimeter live polling as collaborative platforms for designing and facilitating the workshop. These tools not only added a layer of interactivity and enjoyment for participants throughout the day but also played a crucial role in fostering deep and fruitful discussions.
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Welcome Activity
Participants initiated the session with an entertaining welcome activity asking about their sentiments and expectations around the Finance Transformation at Molson Coors.
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Transformation Guideposts
Participants delved into meaningful discussions, achieving alignment on non-negotiables, identifying potential roadblocks, and exploring opportunities within their Finance Transformation.
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Current State Discussion
Participants listened to insights on their current state and pain points presented by EY SMR. Collaboratively, the group prioritized and ranked the list of pain points, considering their urgency and significance for immediate attention and resolution.
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Business Case
Synthesizing the learnings and insights from the day, participants formed smaller groups to articulate their business cases. Each group selected the most impactful 4-6 value levers from the earlier presentation and engaged in conversations about the necessary steps to actualize these levers for their finance transformation. Furthermore, they deliberated on key stakeholders to inform about the business case and outlined high-level action plans.
Wrap-up
Participants jotted down their commitments on provided commitment cards, reflecting on their most significant takeaways, areas they wished to explore further, and identifying one immediate action they could contribute to their teams and organization.
The dedication and enthusiasm of the Molson Coors participants endured throughout the session. Upon concluding the workshop, they not only generated ideas and realized their intended outcomes but also departed with a mindset focused on sustaining the momentum of their collective efforts toward finance transformation.
