A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
The financial planning cycle can be illustrated as follows:

The above image can also be downloaded as a .pdf for handy reference.
FY2012 Forecast and FY2013 Planning deadlines
Please consult the Budget and Financial Planning Calendar for important dates and deadlines..
DUE DATES
Q1 Forecast - October 19, 2011
Q2 Forecast - January 19, 2012
Q3 Forecast - April 18, 2012