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#126: Google Scenario Planner: The CFO-proof engine for smarter marketing decisions


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The room goes silent. The CFO asks: “If we move budget, what happens to revenue?” In today’s privacy-first, AI-driven chaos, guesswork fails. This episode explores how Marketing Mix Modeling (MMM) is becoming a strategic edge through Google Meridian and Google Scenario Planner.

Meridian analyzes aggregated, multi-channel data to uncover true incremental impact. Scenario Planner turns that model into a no-code control panel—letting marketers simulate budget shifts and forecast outcomes in real time.

It’s not a silver bullet. It’s a cultural shift—from reporting what happened to modeling what to do next. Google Scenario Planner MMM could turn budget anxiety into evidence-backed strategy—if your organization is ready.


(00:00) Intro

(01:21) First, what’s marketing mix modeling (MMM)?

(04:45) Meridien is Google’s attempt at making marketing mix modeling accessible for businesses

(08:31) And Google’s Scenario Planner makes marketing mix modeling easier for businesses

(10:54) Google Scenario Planner could change how marketing strategies are built

(12:48) Which organizations are likely to adopt Meridien and Scenario Planner, and marketing mix modeling? And which ones are less likely to?

(16:24) Closing thoughts…

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Likely MarketingBy Shivendra Lal