In this episode, hosts Shradha and Rupert chat with Alan Susi, VP and Global Head of Organizational Planning and Analytics at S&P Global. Alan shares his journey from Fannie Mae to S&P, discussing the evolution of workforce planning and the importance of integrating various functions within organizations. The conversation delves into the challenges and successes of navigating mergers, the significance of empathy and collaboration in team dynamics, and the critical alignment between finance and people teams. Alan emphasizes the need for continuous learning and adaptation in the face of changing business landscapes, while also outlining the future aspirations for his team and the tools and traps to avoid in organizational planning.