Decision support

At Forvis Mazars, we provide independent decision support and financial review services to organisations across various sectors, including healthcare, education, non-profit organisations, the public sector and manufacturing. Our team helps you understand your financial position, assess risks and plan sustainably for the future. We deliver actionable, data-driven insights that support confident, long-term decisions.

Our decision support services

We offer a suite of services designed to strengthen financial transparency, support strategic planning and improve long-term performance.

• Financial position assessment: A detailed review of financial statements, funding sources, cost drivers and income and expenditure patterns to establish a clear view of financial health.
• Independent cost review: Objective evaluation of cost structure, including staffing, overheads and operational spend, for greater transparency and defensibility.
• Financial modelling & scenario analysis: Dynamic models that forecast future outcomes, test business cases and support decision-making under uncertainty.
• Risk assessment & mitigation: Identification of key financial risks and development of strategies to reduce exposure and build resilience.
• Value-for-Money (VfM) Review: Assessment of whether resources are being used efficiently, economically and effectively.
• Revenue & fee structure analysis: Review of revenue streams, cost recovery mechanisms, and pricing models to support financial sustainability.
• Strategic & operational recommendations: Clear, data-backed guidance on improving financial performance, cost control and service delivery.

Our approach

We apply structured, transparent methodologies that combine deep financial expertise with strategic insight.

• Bottom-up assessment: A granular analysis of individual cost components to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Top-down review: A high-level financial overview to test strategic alignment and flag inefficiencies.
• Stakeholder engagement: In-depth consultations with key personnel to capture operational context and secure buy-in.
• Cost methodology validation: Independent testing of assumptions, cost allocation logic, and frameworks.
• Scenario testing & sensitivity analysis: Simulations of financial risks and varying conditions to support resilient decision-making.
• Evidence-based recommendations: Clear, actionable insights supported by robust analysis and sector expertise.
• End-to-end transparency: Traceable calculations, documented assumptions and open reporting to meet audit and governance standards.

How Forvis Mazars can help

We combine financial acumen, strategic thinking and sector knowledge to deliver high-impact, independent advice. Our structured approach, clear reporting and collaborative way of working help clients navigate financial complexity and make confident, future-ready decisions. Get in touch to see how we can work with you to strengthen your financial decision-making, manage risk and build long-term resilience.