Last week I had the opportunity of attending Anaplan’s Annual Kickoff (AKO), and it was clear from the get-go — this wasn’t just about new functionality, but about a fundamental shift in how Anaplan delivers value. The Leadership team highlighted a strategic shift that Anaplan is evolving from a pure planning platform to a
In an era where environmental concerns are at the forefront of global discussions, businesses are increasingly acknowledging the critical need for sustainable practices within their supply chains. The paper by Kinaxis sheds light on the transformative power of sustainable supply chains, illustrating how organizations can innovate their operations to not only minimize their environmental impact
In today’s fast-paced business environment, the need for accurate, actionable, and timely insights has never been greater. Yet, many organizations are still relying on static reporting to make critical decisions. While these traditional reports were once the gold standard, their limitations are becoming more apparent in a world that demands agility and precision. The Challenges
The market for planning tools has exploded in recent years with each solution claiming to be the magic bullet to all your planning challenges. But in reality, there is no one-size-fits-all planning software that can effectively satisfy every organization’s needs. The demand for flexible, easy-to-use, integrative tools that adapt to specific use cases and data
The Right Supply Chain Planning System Can Break Down Silos and Boost Efficiency In many organizations, silos—isolated departments or teams that operate independently—are a persistent challenge. These silos hinder communication, reduce efficiency, and create bottlenecks in decision-making, ultimately leading to missed opportunities and inefficiencies. The right supply chain planning system can play a pivotal
. Akili has been helping customers transform their planning capabilities for almost 20 years. Much has changed in that time. Most companies used Excel instead of advanced planning tools. Every company developed an annual budget and tracked against that budget for the entire year as if it were the holy grail. The primary
Over the past 15+ years, working with numerous clients has revealed a common issue: organizations are not fully leveraging their Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) tools. But why is this the case? To understand this, we need to examine the evolution of organizational planning. Early EPM tools were designed to replicate Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
At Akili, a proud implementation partner for both Anaplan and Fluence Technologies, we're buzzing with excitement about the recent acquisition of Fluence by Anaplan! This strategic move brings together two innovative leaders, creating a powerful platform for streamlined financial planning and analysis & consolidations. With Fluence joining the Anaplan family of products customers no
In today's challenging business environment, characterized by inflation, global instability, and supply shortages, the task of aligning supply and demand is more critical than ever. Demand and supply planners must navigate these hurdles while aiming to meet customer expectations. Achieving harmony between supply and demand requires coordinated efforts, technological insights, and a deep understanding
Budgeting is an essential function within FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis) teams, but let’s face it: the annual process can be a source of headaches and frustration. From wrangling spreadsheets to dealing with changing priorities to appeasing difficult participants, budgeting often presents unique challenges. In this blog post, we will
