Anaplan Reviews & Product Details

Anaplan is very flexible, highly customizable, provides faster implementation and scalability Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Requires technical expertise to maintain, Limited version control & DevOps functionality Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Anaplan is an extremely powerful and flexible tool allowing for the ability to model out any business use case. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The cost of the system is the biggest downside to Anaplan. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The scenario-based planning and multi-dimensionality features stand out to me. They provide a flexible approach to planning, allowing for a more comprehensive analysis of different possibilities and outcomes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

So far, I haven't found anything to dislike, as I enjoy all of its features. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

In Anaplan, anything is possible. A process that was manual and tedious can now be automated and centralized. This can eliminate time in the planning cycle and give users the ability to make more accurate forecasts. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Anaplan is limited in the capacity for the graphs. I'd like them to release more graphics for the interface that would be useful to planning process. This is especially important in high level reporting. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I appreciate Anaplan's great user interface, which is easy to understand and makes sharing information with other departments simple. The consolidation of information is another feature I like, and it's supported by data analysis and data consistency capabilities. We also had an awesome integration team to help us with the setup. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Forecasting models can sometimes be a little clunky. It's otherwise good. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like the flexibility in Anaplan's model to run scenario analyses, which allows me to flex scenarios and provide a range of outcomes. The initial setup was very easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Depending on how the models are built, it can be super slow during busy times with many users to refresh data. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Anaplan is a very flexible tool which allows you to create practically any model you want. The training courses are available online and they are very well structured Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Anaplan may be an easy platform to learn, but a difficult one to master. Releasing its full potential may be difficult without an experienced architect or a model builder Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The flexibility, scalability, and connectivity. Due to the ease of implementing, more use-cases can be added on as you go along. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The flexibility can make for a challenge, due to the variety of options available. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As a consultant specializing in helping organizations implement Anaplan systems, what I find most impressive about this platform is its remarkable flexibility and ease of use. Anaplan's intuitive interface simplifies the learning curve for our clients, enabling them to quickly adapt to the platform. The ability to customize models to align with each client's unique business scenarios is invaluable. Anaplan's scalability is also a significant advantage, especially for growing enterprises. It effortlessly accommodates expanding datasets and complex planning requirements, making it a versatile solution. The collaboration features within Anaplan have a transformative effect on teamwork within organizations. They foster seamless communication and collaboration, even among remote teams, leading to more informed decision-making and ultimately, better outcomes for our clients. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The most frequently complained-about aspect of Anaplan, as reported by clients I've assisted, is its pricing structure. Many find it complex and sometimes cost-prohibitive, especially for smaller organizations. Simplifying and offering more flexible pricing options could improve accessibility for a wider range of businesses. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Anaplan provides a powerful calculation engine coupled with solid data integration options and user access security. Anaplan also comes loaded with front-end dashboarding that is suitable for the majority of use cases. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The critical weakness of Anaplan is it's dashboarding, and more generally, its lack of customization options for formatting reports. The Anaplan product team is continuously providing updates to the dashboarding UI giving page builders more and more customization choices. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.