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K-12 Data Analytics

K-12

We are helping schools use data analytics to create annual budgets, model different scenarios and make strategic decisions for optimal student outcomes.

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College Financial Management

Higher Education

We are providing higher education institutions with tools to identify opportunities to align operational budgets with current and long-term goals.

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Municipal Financial Management

Municipalities

We are helping municipalities identify and meet current and future needs, create and manage multi-year budgets, and improve transparency.

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Over 1,500 local governments use Forecast5 data analytics solutions to answer these questions:

  • Where have we been?
  • How are we doing?
  • What is our current situation?
  • What does our future look like?
K-12 Decision Support System

From data to clarity, clarity to decisions. With Just a few clicks.

Explore Forecast5's suite of decision support solutions.

Budget and Forecasting Software
Develop budgets, create projections, model scenarios, make decisions.
Public Sector Business Intelligence
Analyze data to quickly generate new perspectives on organizational performance.
School Mapping Software
Evaluate boundaries and demographics through mapping.
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Collaborate with national, state, local or customized peer groups.
Student Achievement Analysis
Connect data sets for insight, reports and custom dashboards.

From the learning center

Producing Monthly Financial Reports in Minutes Helps North Mason School District Identify $800,000 in Savings

Producing Monthly Financial Reports in Minutes Helps North Mason School District Identify $800,000 in Savings

Washington district creates monthly board report to project savings, enhance transparency and allow funds to be allocated elsewhere.

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Clarkston School District Accesses Entire Forecast5 Product Suite for Enhanced Decision Making

Clarkston School District Accesses Entire Forecast5 Product Suite for Enhanced Decision Making

Washington district gains a historical perspective on key areas and leverages budgeting & forecasting tools to meet WA reporting mandates.

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5Cast™ Plus Projects Wylie ISD's FY18 Payroll Costs with 99.98% Prediction Accuracy

5Cast™ Plus Projects Wylie ISD's FY18 Payroll Costs with 99.98% Prediction Accuracy

This Texas district CFO used monthly reporting tool, 5Cast™ Plus to accurately project and predict closing year end payroll costs. 

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Sycamore School District and Board Reverse Deficit Spending and Obtain a Balanced Budget Using Forecasting Model

Sycamore School District and Board Reverse Deficit Spending and Obtain a Balanced Budget Using Forecasting Model

Jim Dombek, District 427 Board President and Nicole Stuckert, CFO/CSBO use forecasting tool, 5Cast™ to formulate a three-year deficit reduction plan designed to bring about a balanced budget.

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