Requirements for Outputs

All Excel files

Zero Formula Errors

• Every Excel model should be delivered with zero formula errors (#REF!, #DIV/0!, #VALUE!, #N/A, #NAME?)

Preserve Existing Templates (when updating templates)

• Study and EXACTLY match existing format, style, and conventions when modifying files
• Never impose standardized formatting on files with established patterns
• Existing template conventions override these guidelines

Financial models

Color Coding Standards

Unless otherwise stated by the user or existing template