This scenario applies when a single Pricefx instance spans multiple Business Units or currencies. It describes the risk of misleading cross-division comparisons and how to scope Agents accordingly.
Data
The same Pricefx instance contains several Business Units (divisions) whose products, customers, pricing policies, or data definitions are not fully comparable. Transactions may also use different currencies.
Why it Matters
Aggregating non-comparable businesses can create misleading benchmarks and recommendations. Currency differences can also distort prices, discounts, costs, and margins when values are compared directly.
Advice
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Prefer one Agent per comparable division or Business Unit when definitions, policies, or data quality differ materially.
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Use a single reference reporting currency for cross-division analysis.
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Apply dated exchange rates consistently when historical values are converted.
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Make the Agent's scope explicit so users know which Business Unit and currency basis are being analyzed.