Category: Connected Planning
financial planning
Traditional forecasting vs. Connected Planning with machine learning
Today, there is a lot of enthusiasm in several tech segments about the tremendous advances in statistical forecasting, especially as it pertains to leveraging machine learning (ML). Generalized forecasting engines are making it easy for businesses to create automated forecasts
August 23, 2019
Interns
Anaplan’s MBA interns graduate to power the future of Connected Planning
This week marked the conclusion of Anaplan’s inaugural MBA Internship program, which trained top graduates from across the country at our downtown Minneapolis office during a three-month program. Our latest investment in the future of Connected Planning shaped graduates as
August 16, 2019
featured
3 key questions that Anaplan Navigator answers for the Connected Planning ecosystem
If you are a part of the Anaplan ecosystem, you’ve no doubt seen the buzz about CPX San Francisco and the upcoming global tour. There is much to be excited about, including our platform’s amazing new user experience and mobile
August 1, 2019
#finance
Four keys to help finance teams build a better strategic planning process
Last year’s third-quarter results from the AFP’s Corporate Cash Indicators® report revealed that U.S. treasurers had amassed higher-than-average cash reserves. Similar findings from the first quarter of this year indicated that U.S. businesses continued to build their cash and short-term investment holdings.
July 11, 2019
Omnichannel
3 demand prioritization tips to compete in an omnichannel market
Competing in an omnichannel global market means increased complexity in matching supply and demand for today’s supply chains. Demand management is the science—perhaps art—of collaboratively balancing the organization’s supply and demand by optimizing demand across the network to realize planned
June 20, 2019
CPX
Live from Connected Planning Xperience (CPX) 2019: Your Day 1 Recap
Live from Connected Planning Xperience (CPX) 2019: Your Day 1 Recap Action, energy, and fun were at the center of Day 1 of Connected Planning Experience (CPX) 2019. From the lively keynotes and breakout sessions to the myriad of cool
June 11, 2019
Connected Planning Xperience
What to pack for Connected Planning Xperience (CPX) 2019
With less than a week to go, we’re counting down to the welcome reception at Anaplan’s annual conference—Connected Planning Xperience (CPX). Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time. Over 2,000 planning leaders, executives, customers, and celebrity speakers will join forces in
June 6, 2019
user experience
Agile decision-making with conversational enterprise planning
This is the second article in a blog series that examines how to democratize business planning with enterprise-wide planning technologies. To read part one, click here. A simple conversation can act as a catalyst for strategic decision-making. Consider the day
May 30, 2019
agile
Seizing the benefits of Lean-Agile methodologies
This is the first in a series of three blogs that discusses the role of Lean-Agile methodologies in the implementation and scaling of enterprise-wide planning technologies. Business agility—how quickly a company can adapt to market changes and consumer demand—is a
May 16, 2019
user experience
Democratizing enterprise planning: what it is and why it matters
This is the first article in a blog series that discusses how to democratize business planning with enterprise-wide planning technologies. People use technology to do things quickly, efficiently, and easily. Groceries can be purchased online and delivered within hours, GPS-based
May 1, 2019