Tailored by Audience
For Unique Learning Needs and Objectives
Different audience groups have unique learning needs and objectives based on their roles and responsibilities.
Our tailored business simulation solutions are designed to meet these specific requirements, ensuring each participant gains relevant, impactful insights that translate to real-world results. Select the audience group below to explore how our simulations can be customized to meet your team’s goals.
Everyone in the Company
All employees should understand how their actions impact the company’s financial health. Income|Outcome® teaches basic knowledge of financial statements, key financial metrics, and the importance of financial accountability.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Understanding financial statements
- Grasping basic financial metrics
- Emphasizing financial accountability
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Finance for Non-Finance Managers
Non-finance managers must interpret financial statements, manage budgets, and understand the financial implications of their decisions. They need to see how decisions in one department affect others and how to respond to unexpected challenges.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Strategic financial management
- Aligning decisions with business strategy
- Responding to unexpected changes
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Global Business Acumen Initiative
Global businesses deliver a common understanding of financial principles and strategic decision-making across the organization - this is the only way they can manage operations across different regions effectively. Income|Outcome workshops accommodate diverse business environments and cultural differences.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Global financial literacy
- Strategic global decision-making
- Cross-cultural management
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Better Business Acumen
→ Better Business Results
A $4 Million Idea
Powered by Income|Outcome
After an Income|Outcome workshop, a Purdue EMBA student had a game-changing insight for his pharmaceutical company.
The manufacturing team frequently used an expensive, oversized test tube. The student realized that with minimal retooling, they could switch to a smaller, cheaper alternative.
He quickly ran the numbers and identified potential savings? $4 million annually.
But insight alone isn’t enough. Drawing from the financial skills he gained in the simulation, the student crafted a solid business case with clear financial calculations. He took it to the finance team, who greenlit the plan immediately — and the company saw the anticipated savings.
What Happened?
Insight: Recognizing cost-saving opportunities
Action: Using financial acumen to make a compelling business case
Result: $4 million in annual savings
→ Using ‘finance’ to make the business case is a Better Business Result
→ Cost savings of USD 4 Million is a Better Business Result
High Potentials and Emerging Leaders
Non-finance managers must interpret financial statements, manage budgets, and understand the financial implications of their decisions. They need to see how decisions in one department affect others and how to respond to unexpected challenges.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Strategic financial literacy
- Leadership development
- Strategic decision-making
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Individual Contributors
Individual contributors must understand how their roles impact the organization’s financial performance. Training should help them grasp financial concepts relevant to their functions, enhancing their overall contribution to the company.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Financial literacy
- Role-specific financial impact
- Enhancing contribution to company success
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Better Business Acumen
→ Better Business Results
Turning Waste into Revenue at Michelin
Financial acumen transforms a missed opportunity into new income.
At Michelin North America, one employee had been raising concerns for years about a waste stream in his plant. His idea? The waste could be managed differently and sold for profit.
The problem was no one understood his point — until he attended an Income|Outcome workshop.
With his new financial language skills, he was able to present a clear business case to leadership. The result? Within a week, the waste stream transformed from a cost into a revenue source.
This was just one of many examples of how Michelin employees turned workshop insights into real business impact.
What Happened Here?
Insight: The employee identified an overlooked opportunity to turn waste into revenue.
Action: They applied financial language to make a clear business case.
Result:
- Waste stream transformed into a new income source.
- Immediate impact within a week of the workshop.
→ Turning Cost into Revenue is a Better Business Result!
The Program
Even a ½-day workshop for frontline workers can lead to significant financial benefits. They do not need high-level strategic planning or sophisticated ratios in order to see opportunities for increased operational efficiency.
Better Business Decisions at Michelin
In 1996, Michelin North America began using Income|Outcome across the organization to build financial acumen and improve strategic decision-making among its employees. The program was integrated into various business units, helping teams align financial goals with operational strategies and identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth.
Almost 30 years later Michelin North America continues to run the simulation, and continues to generate ongoing tales of 'business bravado'.
New Hires
New hires need a foundational understanding of the organization’s financial principles and how their roles contribute to financial performance. Early exposure to financial concepts helps integrate them into the company culture and operational processes. Tell them what’s important!
Key Learning Outcomes
- Foundational financial understanding
- Integration into company culture
- Understanding of role-specific financial impact
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Sales Teams
Sales teams need the financial acumen to understand and communicate the financial value of their offerings. They must be able to interpret financial statements and the financial metrics used by their customers. Additionally, they need to understand how their activities drive revenue and profitability.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Financial Acumen - knowing how a sale affects the customer and how it affects the seller
- Understanding customer financial metrics
- Leveraging financial insights for selling
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Senior Sales People
Senior salespeople are talking to the C-Suite. They require advanced financial and strategic skills to manage larger accounts and drive higher-level sales strategies. They must understand complex financial concepts and leverage them to achieve sales targets and organizational goals.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Strong financial skills
- High-stakes decision-making
- Risk analysis and strategic planning
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Supply Chain Professionals
Supply chain professionals must understand cost structures, have a firm grasp of supply and demand, and effectively manage relationships with suppliers. They also need to be comfortable with budgets, cash flow forecasting, and proficient in working capital management, including inventory control.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Understanding cost structures
- Supply and demand management
- Working capital and inventory control
These programs help supply chain professionals develop a solid foundation in financial principles, enabling them to make data-driven decisions that enhance operational efficiency and financial performance
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Better Business Acumen
→ Better Business Results
294K Pesos Unlocked at Beam Suntory
A fresh look at cash flow turns inventory into opportunity.
When Beam Suntory rolled out their Finance & Strategy workshops, the goal was to build commercial acumen across teams. It did more than that.
One Production group leader came away from the Income|Outcome workshop with a new understanding of cash flow. They realized that excess inventory wasn’t just a storage issue — it was a working capital drain.
By taking a closer look at agave stock levels, they set a goal to reduce unnecessary inventory, freeing up 294,000 Mexican pesos (about $15,000 USD) in working capital.
The change wasn’t a one-off. It became a cornerstone of Beam’s supply chain strategy, proving how financial insight can optimize day-to-day operations.
What Happened Here?
Insight: The leader applied cash flow principles to reassess inventory management.
Action: They set a target to reduce excess stock, freeing up capital.
Result:
- 294,000 pesos freed up in working capital.
- A lasting shift in supply chain strategy to focus on leaner inventory management.
→Control of Working Capital is a Better Business Result!
The Program
This was a 2-day Finance & Strategy program, tailored to include some dynamics specific to the beverage industry. Over a 2-year period, the program was rolled out to over 500 people in the Americas and Europe. We partnered with Percept Research to conduct pre- and post-workshop surveys measuring the impact. Six weeks after the workshop, participants reported significant improvements in their business acumen, with noticeable gains in decision-making, alignment with company goals, and understanding of financial health.
Today Beam Suntory continues to build commercial acumen using the Income|Outcome business simulation.
Workforce Development
Income|Outcome is an effective tool for training line workers, maintenance teams, and supervisors—giving them a clear view of the big picture and how their roles contribute to the company’s success. By experiencing firsthand how business decisions are made and understanding the financial drivers behind management strategies, participants develop a deeper appreciation for the company’s goals and objectives.
The simulation helps your workforce see beyond their day-to-day tasks, revealing how every action impacts the company’s bottom line. It fosters alignment and buy-in, ensuring that employees not only understand management plans but are also motivated to support them. This shared understanding strengthens communication across all levels, builds trust, and enhances overall performance.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Understanding financial statements
- Grasping basic financial metrics
- Emphasizing financial accountability
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Summary
At Andromeda Simulations International, we offer tailored business simulation solutions designed to meet the unique needs of different audience groups, from frontline workers to sales professionals to R&D to senior managers, in industries from Manufacturing to Health Care to Power Generation. By understanding and addressing their specific needs, we ensure that every participant gains the skills and knowledge necessary to drive organizational success. Explore our programs to find the perfect fit for your team’s development and achieve your business goals.
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