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Custom views versus module views
Anaplan’s UX has evolved a lot since its release, as additional features are being added to UX on a frequent basis. It is very important for us to keep up to speed with Anaplan's UX feature updates. Keeping that in mind, we are going to discuss one of the features specific to UX — custom views — and its comparison, module…
Customer participation acts as a multiplier to customer success
A Fortune 500 insurance company built and implemented a fully functioning License Management model in weeks rather than months. A local government saved $190k+ on audit consulting fees while adjusting forecasts quarterly instead of annually. A beverage manufacturing and distribution company rolled out model enhancement…
Meet Solutions Architect Karim Lameer
Meet Karim Lameer — Anaplan consultant and Certified Solutions Architect with a background in accounting in the pharma and healthcare industries. Karim was introduced to Anaplan five years ago, and once he discovered the power of the platform and ecosystem, he made the decision to consult and help other companies get…
Anaplan Live! Recap for model builders and technical teams
Now that a couple of months have passed since Anaplan Live! in San Jose, I have finally had a chance to reflect and think back on some of my favorite topics that were covered in the Platform track. I enjoyed the new and rekindled connections I made at the event, but if you're anything like me, you didn't have time to…
Meet CoE Leader Dragana Kangrga
We are excited to introduce you to Dragana Kangrga — Finance Manager and Center of Excellence Leader at Groupon. Dragana joined her organization’s established Center of Excellence as a model builder, and has since transitioned into a solutions architect role where she leads three model builders and oversees governance of…
The three most useful applications of the data write action
Model building in Anaplan has been nothing but a pleasure regarding ease of use and adoption; not only it is an excellent choice to drive standardized models across an organization, but also provides support and follow-up at the needed cadence. And if we talk about the user experience — with upcoming features being added…
Meet CoE Leader Rachel LaRue
Meet Rachel LaRue — Finance Manager and Center of Excellence Leader at DaVita Kidney Care. In addition to leading her organization’s CoE, Rachel’s work focuses on model building, including building new projects, enhancements to old deployments, as well as bug fixes and any proactive improvements. We asked Rachel to share…
In Case You Missed It! Spotlight Event: Transitioning from Classic to UX
Last week I sat down with Taylor Rogers, @taylor_rogers Certified Master Anaplanner & Merchandise Systems Model Builder at Stitch Fix, and Andy Martin, @andrew_martin_1 Director, Operational Excellence Organization at Anaplan, for a fun and informative session focusing on the migration from Classic to UX. Taylor shared…
Anaplan deployment at enterprise scale
Anaplan design decisions always revolve around optimizing and balancing four factors: * Performance * User interface * Simplicity * Administrative burden All else equal, these should be given approximately equal weighting. When working with global deployments, large data sets, and diverse user groups, a vital mechanism to…
UX Demonstration — check out the new features!
Streamlined planning has never been easier with the Anaplan UX. In this video, join along as Anaplan's Operational Excellence Group take you through our AOP planning, starting with learnings from the prior year, moving through the forecasting process, and providing reporting to stakeholders. Discover how and where to…
How to prepare for the uncertainty ahead
Is your planning ready to ride out a turbulent market? From supply and labor shortages to broad-based inflation, companies everywhere have been trying to navigate a turbulent market during the first half of 2022. In this post, Daniel Dunleavy, Certified Master Anaplanner, explores some of the themes of the year so far and…
Get self-service and lower cost of ownership using CloudWorks
Now that Anaplan has rolled out CloudWorks, more clients are asking about how to leverage it as the main data integration tool for their Anaplan platform. After years of implementing Anaplan at a partner firm using mainly Anaplan Connect for integrations, I have been pleasantly surprised at how CloudWorks performs and how…
Five Community resources people are talking about
One of the most powerful elements in Community is learning from peers — discovering what tools they find valuable. Today we highlight recent resources that have garnered positive feedback and comments among the Community. If you missed these posts the first time around, check out what people are saying and how it can help…
Spotlight event: Transitioning from Classic to UX
Don't miss this upcoming virtual event for the Anaplan Community — Transitioning from Classic To UX! On Wednesday, July 20 at 10 a.m. ET I’ll be joined by Taylor Rogers, @taylor_rogers Certified Master Anaplanner & Merchandise Systems Model Builder at Stitch Fix, and Andy Martin, @andrew_martin_1 Director, Operational…
New — Get inspired with UX Designer Quick Tips
Introducing the latest way to learn and develop Anaplan skills — UX Designer Quick Tips! Hear from a variety of Anaplanners as they share actionable tips designed to optimize the UX experience. Visit the UX Designer hub to view a new featured tip each week. The complete list of Quick Tips is also available to view at any…
Creating communities of champions
Last week we gathered in San Jose, CA for Anaplan Live! 2022. It was a week filled with learning, inspiration, and connection. Check out the highlight reel to experience the energy for yourself! The best part? Meeting many of you and connecting with familiar faces. Thank you to everyone who attended in person and to those…
Seven advantages to building and modeling in Anaplan
The benefits of Anaplan cannot be overstated. Today, I’m excited to share with the Community my experiences and the benefits of building and modeling in Anaplan! I enjoy using Anaplan because it allows me to avoid complicated technical scripting and maintain related infrastructure, saving a tremendous amount of time. This…
Announcing the 2022 Master Anaplanner of the Year!
Congratulations to Anaplan’s 2022 Certified Master Anaplanner of the Year, Asslam Umar Ali from Fortescue Metals Group! Asslam is a Principal Performance Management professional with over 15 years of experience. He currently manages the enterprise planning program including the Center of Excellence at Fortescue Metals…
Announcing the 2022 Center of Excellence Leader of the Year!
Congratulations to Anaplan’s 2022 Center of Excellence Leader of the Year, Hayli Hay from Autodesk! Hayli is Autodesk’s Center of Excellence (CoE) Leader who oversees the success of 34+ models across multiple finance and sales organizations ensuring that the CoE is strategically aligned with ever-changing business…
We are LIVE!
Hello, Anaplanners! This week we are thrilled to be in-person with our customers, partners, and community at Anaplan Live! in San Jose, CA. We know not everyone could make it to the live event — don't despair! We're bringing you all the important updates and news, so you, too, can feel the energy and excitement. Together,…
Solution Architects — become a Certified Master Anaplanner!
As a Certified Solution Architect, you may be considering what next steps you can take in your journey within the Anaplan ecosystem and where you ultimately aspire to take your career with Anaplan. You've likely read articles, heard presentations, or experienced the mentorship of Certified Master Anaplanners as you've…
Pro tips: Anaplan Lifecycle Management (ALM) implementation
Ahhh, the joys of reminiscing…unless you’re reminiscing about the early days of Anaplan, before Anaplan Lifecycle Management (ALM) was available and fully vetted like it is today. Back in my day — 2014 to 2020 to be exact — migrating changes in Anaplan meant just that. Migrating. Changes. Individually. Each. And. Every.…
Anaplan Live! in-person in less than two weeks!
Anaplan Live! is quickly approaching and the Community team couldn't be more excited to connect in person with those of you able to be in attendance! Here are a few highlights and updates we are excited to share. We’re thrilled to provide real-time opportunities to learn from expert UX Designers both within Anaplan and our…
Overcoming the changing global supply chain with Anaplan
Due to the impact of the pandemic, global economic challenges, and the heightened geopolitical risks, it can be said that the future of current corporate management is almost impossible to foresee (VUCA Uncertainty Level 4). Consumers are seeing a shortage of daily necessities, along with soaring prices. In addition, from…
Modeling in Anaplan with alternative tools: Part 2
Here at Anaplan, we are committed to creating a product and learning environment for everyone, which means providing tools, accessibility options, and knowledge for all people. We are fortunate to have a community of experts committed to the same, including Certified Master Anaplanner Mitch Aist (@maist1). We recently…
Modeling in Anaplan with alternative tools: Part 1
Today we are thrilled to feature Certified Master Anaplanner Mitch Aist (@maist1) in part one of a Community story on how to model build in Anaplan with alternative tools. Inclusivity and accessibility are key as we create the future of Anaplan and build solutions and experiences for all users and stakeholders. Mitch’s…
Headcount planning and attrition forecasting, enabled by Anaplan and PlanIQ
How many versions of headcount reports and forecasts do you have around your company? Like many organizations, the Finance and HR teams at Anaplan had two independent headcount forecasts based on the teams’ priorities, and at times, those forecasts did not align. The projected headcount reflected the perspective of each…
Spring refresh — Anaplan edition
As you consider the areas in need of a spring refresh in your home or office, it is also a great time to do the same for your Anaplan models. The most difficult part about cleaning is figuring out where to start and selecting the tools and equipment needed to get to the finish line. Let’s break it down into three…
Community update: Navigation and Support improvements
In Community, we’re continuously looking for ways to improve member experience —providing an engaging space for connection, learning, and solutions. From the latest UX Designer hub Spotlight to a new Center of Excellence customer story to an ever-expanding ‘How To’ repository, we’ve got you covered. Most recently, we’ve…
Connect with Community at Anaplan Live!
By now you’ve heard — Anaplan Live! is coming to San Jose June 21-23, 2022 and we are so excited to see you in-person! The Anaplan Live! theme, Fearlessly Forward, brings focus to accelerating decision-making with confidence, and the Community team is excited to offer specific activities and opportunities for you to…