Higher Education Enterprise Planning

Student Number Planning - A Headache? Or just the wrong tools?

Struggling to forecast student numbers confidently for 2026/27?

You’re not alone. Universities across the UK are under increasing pressure from frozen fees, rising costs and the limitations of spreadsheet-heavy planning processes.

Uncertainty is the new normal, but planning doesn’t have to be uncertain. Spitfire Analytics helps institutions build agile, accurate and integrated planning models powered by IBM technology, giving leadership teams real-time insight into revenue impact, intake scenarios and resourcing needs.

If your current tools aren’t giving you the clarity you need, we’re here to help. Contact us today for a conversation with our strategic planning specialists, or start by downloading our solution .pdf for further information.

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