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Spreadsheet Server by insightsoftware
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(80)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (58.4% of reviews)
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Star Rating
(371)4.5 out of 5
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Mid-Market (60.7% of reviews)
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AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Vena excels in user experience, with an intuitive and user-friendly interface that simplifies data uploads and monitoring. Users appreciate how Vena integrates seamlessly with Excel, allowing for secure cloud storage while maintaining familiarity.
- According to verified reviews, Spreadsheet Server by insightsoftware is praised for its exceptional customer support, with users noting quick response times and knowledgeable staff. This level of support is particularly beneficial for finance teams needing immediate assistance with customized reporting.
- Users say that Vena's versatility is a significant advantage, as it allows for the gradual implementation of new features over time. This adaptability has been a key factor for long-term users who appreciate the ongoing enhancements to the platform.
- Reviewers mention that while Spreadsheet Server is effective for generating detailed reports, some users find it challenging to configure the software to match their specific workflows. This can lead to a steeper learning curve for new users compared to Vena's more straightforward setup.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Vena's strong performance in budgeting and forecasting features is a standout, with users noting the ease of creating accurate forecasts and budgets. This capability is crucial for organizations looking to streamline their financial planning processes.
- According to recent feedback, while both products offer solid reporting capabilities, Spreadsheet Server shines in custom reporting, allowing users to tailor reports to their needs. However, Vena's reporting templates and collaboration features are also well-received, making it a strong contender for teams that prioritize teamwork in financial analysis.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Spreadsheet Server by insightsoftware
No pricing availableVena
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Professional Plan is the most flexible way to get started quickly and add as you grow. The plan includes: Vena Platform, Vena Copilot for FP&A, Customer Success Manager, Standard Support and Customer Portal.
- Full Microsoft Excel Integration
- Central Database
- Integrations
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Spreadsheet Server by insightsoftware
No trial information availableVena
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.8
71
8.9
268
Ease of Use
8.6
75
8.6
311
Ease of Setup
7.8
43
8.2
255
Ease of Admin
8.7
26
8.5
154
Quality of Support
8.9
65
9.0
264
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
26
9.1
153
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
65
9.2
257
Features by Category
Budget Creation
Not enough data
8.8
161
Not enough data
9.0
162
Not enough data
8.8
162
Not enough data
8.8
154
Not enough data
8.4
134
Not enough data
9.0
159
Budget Management
Not enough data
9.1
145
Not enough data
8.9
143
Not enough data
8.8
148
Forecasting
Not enough data
9.1
154
Not enough data
8.9
149
Not enough data
8.9
146
Not enough data
8.9
148
Not enough data
6.6
70
Analytics
Not enough data
8.9
151
Not enough data
9.1
149
Not enough data
8.9
143
Agentic AI - Budgeting and Forecasting
Not enough data
6.0
15
Not enough data
6.0
15
Not enough data
6.2
15
Data Management
Not enough data
8.9
97
Not enough data
9.0
95
Not enough data
8.5
95
Reporting Structure
Not enough data
8.9
97
Not enough data
8.7
94
Not enough data
8.8
96
Standard Analytics
Not enough data
8.3
88
Not enough data
8.6
91
Not enough data
8.7
94
Not enough data
8.8
97
Custom Analytics
Not enough data
8.4
89
Not enough data
8.4
88
Not enough data
8.8
95
Not enough data
8.6
90
Not enough data
9.0
69
Agentic AI - Financial Analysis
Not enough data
6.4
17
Not enough data
6.1
17
Platform Additional Functionality
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.2
29
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.1
32
Not enough data
7.4
32
Not enough data
Platform Data
7.6
30
Not enough data
Platform Interoperability
7.2
31
Not enough data
Platform Performance
8.4
30
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Financial Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
9.2
27
Not enough data
9.1
27
Not enough data
9.4
28
Not enough data
9.6
28
Not enough data
9.3
27
Not enough data
9.2
28
Not enough data
9.5
28
Not enough data
9.5
30
Not enough data
9.6
28
Not enough data
9.4
27
Benchmarking and Equity - Compensation Management
Not enough data
9.2
25
Not enough data
9.3
25
Not enough data
9.2
25
Platform
Not enough data
9.4
35
Not enough data
9.2
34
Not enough data
8.9
33
Not enough data
9.4
36
Not enough data
8.9
35
Not enough data
8.9
32
Not enough data
9.5
35
Not enough data
9.3
33
Reconciliation
Not enough data
8.9
75
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
77
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
66
|
Verified
Reporting
Not enough data
9.0
81
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
75
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
81
|
Verified
Closing Process
Not enough data
8.8
67
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
59
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
70
|
Verified
AI - Financial Close
Not enough data
7.7
10
Not enough data
7.8
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
7.2
9
Not enough data
7.0
9
Financial Planning
7.7
5
8.8
91
|
Verified
9.7
6
9.1
95
|
Verified
7.3
5
8.6
96
|
Verified
Agentic AI - FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)
Not enough data
7.1
25
Not enough data
7.3
25
Financial Insight
7.7
8
9.3
115
|
Verified
7.6
9
9.0
110
|
Verified
7.1
7
9.2
112
|
Verified
Data
7.5
10
8.3
104
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.3
109
|
Verified
9.4
11
9.0
113
|
Verified
8.5
11
8.8
105
|
Verified
Status Communication
8.3
8
8.6
106
|
Verified
5.8
8
9.1
111
|
Verified
9.5
10
8.9
103
|
Verified
8.8
8
8.4
89
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reconciliation - Financial Reconciliation
Not enough data
8.8
34
Not enough data
8.9
33
Not enough data
9.2
33
Not enough data
8.8
33
Audit - Financial Reconciliation
Not enough data
9.0
34
Not enough data
9.2
32
Not enough data
9.2
33
Not enough data
9.3
33
Integrations - Financial Reconciliation
Not enough data
9.4
31
Not enough data
9.2
31
Not enough data
9.0
31
Not enough data
9.0
31
User Permissions and Security - Financial Reconciliation
Not enough data
9.4
32
Not enough data
9.6
32
Not enough data
9.3
32
Not enough data
9.4
32
Agentic AI - Financial Reconciliation
Not enough data
7.9
8
Sales Performance Features - Sales Planning
Not enough data
9.1
34
Not enough data
9.4
34
Not enough data
9.3
34
Not enough data
9.3
34
Not enough data
9.1
33
Not enough data
9.2
34
Not enough data
9.2
34
Territory Management - Sales Planning
Not enough data
9.3
33
Not enough data
9.3
34
Quota & Capacity Management - Sales Planning
Not enough data
9.6
32
Not enough data
9.3
32
Not enough data
9.3
32
Agentic AI - Sales Planning
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
8.9
9
Platform - Compensation Planning
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
6.7
7
Not enough data
6.7
7
Not enough data
6.9
7
Additional Features - Compensation Planning
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
7.6
7
Not enough data
6.7
7
Agentic AI - Sales Performance Management
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Incentives
Not enough data
9.1
34
Not enough data
9.4
34
Not enough data
9.2
33
Not enough data
9.3
33
Personalization
Not enough data
9.2
33
Not enough data
9.1
33
Not enough data
9.2
33
Not enough data
9.4
33
Administrative
Not enough data
9.1
33
Not enough data
9.2
33
Not enough data
9.1
33
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Spreadsheet Server by insightsoftware and Vena are categorized as FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis), Financial Analysis, and Budgeting and Forecasting
Unique Categories
Spreadsheet Server by insightsoftware is categorized as Financial Analytics and Other ERP
Vena is categorized as Financial Reconciliation, Sales Planning, Financial Close, Sales Performance Management, Compensation Management, and Compensation Planning
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Spreadsheet Server by insightsoftware
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Vena
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Construction
26.0%
Accounting
13.0%
Real Estate
6.5%
Wholesale
5.2%
Hospital & Health Care
5.2%
Other
44.2%
Information Technology and Services
8.9%
Financial Services
8.4%
Accounting
7.2%
Computer Software
5.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
4.5%
Other
65.2%
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Discussions
Spreadsheet Server by insightsoftware has no discussions with answers
How long does it take for Vena to sync the files?
2 Comments
GC
The integration we are using is automated with Netsuite and for Vena to be updated with the most recent actuals from Netsuite takes a few minutes, but I'm...Read more
What is the maximum time to wait for synchronization of the information?
1 Comment
RT
Data is saved or synchronized almost instantaneously and team members simply have to refresh the template on their side to see the updated forecast.Read more
What's the best way to create a truly dynamic input template?
1 Comment
AH
You have to map the choose options as their own measures and in a separate block. They have to be able to return independently from the the dimensions their...Read more
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