In this episode of Anaplan Insights, host Emily Nicholls speaks with Patrick Hawker, Director of Finance Systems at Just Eat Takeaway (JET), about how one of the world’s leading online food delivery companies is transforming the way it plans and operates across 17 countries.

From managing complex financial forecasts and logistics networks to ensuring thousands of branded couriers are equipped and ready to deliver, JET operates in a fast-moving and competitive marketplace where agility is essential. Following the merger of Just Eat and Takeaway.com, the company needed a unified approach to planning — one that could consolidate financials, streamline operations, and foster collaboration across diverse markets and teams.

In the discussion, Patrick explains how JET:

• Connects finance, demand planning, logistics, and supply chain operations in a single, integrated Anaplan environment
• Automates data flows to improve forecasting accuracy and eliminate manual, spreadsheet-driven processes
• Empowers teams with real-time insights so they can shift from troubleshooting data to making strategic decisions
• Is laying the groundwork for AI-driven planning across forecasting, workforce management, and operations

Enabled by intelligent planning technology, the company is building the data structures, governance, and culture needed to stay ahead of industry change — continuing its journey from tech disruptor to proactive innovator in the digital economy.