Ventana Research performed this research for a fee to determine the needs and practices of organizations that currently are implementing or have plans to implement financial information management (FIM) processes and technology. This document reflects the results of the benchmark derived from our research and analysis of a quantitative survey administered via the Web to qualified participants. Qualification was based upon experience or involvement with issues related to financial information management.

This research was designed to investigate the practices and needs of individuals and organizations that use or wish to use financial information management. This research is not intended for use outside of this context and does not imply that organizations are guaranteed success by using only these results to improve organizational productivity. Moreover, gaining the most benefit from your own FIM system requires an assessment of your organization's unique needs.