Márcio Barreto Lean for Finance in the Age of AI

Lean for Finance in the Age of AI: A Modern Playbook for Clarity, Speed, and Strategic Impact Finance teams today are under pressure to do more with less-faster, smarter, and with fewer resources. Lean for Finance in the Age of AI is a hands-on guide that empowers finance professionals to streamline their processes, eliminate waste, and unlock strategic value by applying Lean principles in a digitally evolving landscape. This practical playbook bridges the worlds of Lean thinking and modern finance, offering: Actionable strategies to improve forecasting, month-end close, and budgeting cyclesReal-world case studies from finance operationsExcel-based tools and visual templates you can use right awayA primer on how AI and automation can amplify your Lean efforts Whether you're in FP&A, controllership, or operations finance, this book gives you the clarity and tools to transform finance from a backward-looking function to a forward-driving force in your organization.