In PMI’s Planning module, the “Factor” option is used when you want to apply a fixed multiplier to values instead of displaying a normal value or percentage.

Example Use Case:

Let’s say you’re defining a custom line in the P&L for “CO₂ emissions from electricity.”

• You know that for every kWh of electricity used, your property emits 1.5 kg of CO₂.
• Rather than inputting emissions manually every time, you:
• Link this line to your electricity account (e.g., total kWh used),
• Set the “Factor” to 1.5.

Result: PMI will multiply the kWh value by 1.5, and automatically display the total CO₂ emissions.

Summary of Options in the Value block:

• Value – shows the raw total (e.g., 1000 kWh).
• Factor – multiplies a base value by a fixed number (e.g., 1000 × 1.5 = 1500).
• Percent – displays the value as a percent of something (e.g., total revenue).