Case Study: GSW Manufacturing cuts budget reviews from 30 to 1 and uncovers $400,000 with Limelight Software

Structuring a Stronger Planning Process with Limelight GSW Manufacturing Reduces Budget Reviews from 30 to 1

GSW Manufacturing, a global maker with operations in the United States, Japan, and Mexico, struggled with disjointed, error-prone spreadsheets for budgeting and reporting that required repeated reviews and manual consolidations. Seeking a more efficient FP&A solution, GSW engaged Limelight Software to centralize data, improve forecast accuracy, and replace Excel-driven processes.

Limelight Software implemented a connected planning platform that automated data flows, rollups, eliminations, and version control, provided input templates and ERP integration, and added audit trails for collaboration and transparency. The result: budget reviews dropped from 30 to 1, over $400,000 in hidden costs were uncovered, an 18‑month forecast (and automated multi-year planning) became possible, and hundreds of hours of manual work were eliminated—enabling faster, more accurate decisions.

GSW Manufacturing

Chris Parriott

Business Intelligence Specialist