Case Study: GWI achieves faster, simpler month-end Close with FloQast

Faster, Simpler Accounting GWI’s Automation Journey

GWI is a global consumer research platform with 500+ employees across five offices that provides insights on billions of consumers. Rapid growth increased the complexity of its accounting workflows, which were managed with manual spreadsheets and email, putting a 15-person finance team under pressure and lengthening month‑end Close times. The team set a goal to reduce Close days while preserving speed and simplicity.

GWI implemented FloQast’s Close Management solution in a phased rollout, then added AutoRec, amortisation and checklist features, plus automated preparer-reviewer audit controls and collaboration tools. The transition was smooth thanks to strong vendor support; results include a streamlined, user‑friendly process, greater visibility and accountability, and a reduction in Close completion from 10 to 8 days, with ongoing plans to automate further.

GWI

Emmy Gaulter

Senior Finance Manager