Budgeting and Forecasting Tool (BFT)
Oxford University's budgeting and forecasting solution which allows flexible modelling and consolidation of large volumes of data extracted from Oracle financials. Some users may need the IBM Cognos Analysis for Excel (Café) add-on.
The BFT is not intended to become the University’s main reporting tool and will not replace existing reports. Oracle information will remain the authoritative data record.
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The stage in the service lifecycle at which the service currently resides. Lifecycle = planned, new, live, notice, closed
Lifecycle status
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Live |
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The level of user activity at this point in the academic year.
Business activity level
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High |
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The regular period during which routine maintenance could take place.
Maintenance window
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Would making a change to the service today present too high a risk to the University?
Restricted change period
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Yes |
Getting help
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Financials Service Desk
01865 (2)84800
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| Support hours | 08:00 - 17:00, Mon - Fri* |
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| Portfolio Committee | Administration Portfolio (Finance) |
| Service Sponsor | Taylor, Charlotte |
| Service owner |
D’Mellow, Claire
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| Service manager |
Dougan, Jok
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* except bank holidays and University closure days
How do I...?
I want to...
Raise a support call
Contact your Divisional Finance team. Further information at
Request training
Refer to
Request Access
Via the Service request below. Further information at