From idea to training

The entire process happens in close collaboration with your end users — only then does the optimal solution emerge.

Our process

1. Requirements analysis

We analyse the requirements of your organisation. The flexibility of IBM Planning Analytics and the know-how of our team ensure they are mapped precisely.

2. Implementation

Fast, on the back of solid prior planning: even complex solutions in a matter of weeks. Database structures are modelled exactly to your requirements; calculations of any complexity are implemented in a simple, transparent way.

3. Training

IBM Planning Analytics lets users operate and extend the solution after just three days. Our modular training gives your users exactly the knowledge they need — tailored to your model or independent of it. The controlling tool can then be administered comfortably by the business department itself.

4. Support & optimization

Want more out of your existing IBM Planning Analytics solution? We optimize your database and increase the speed of your queries. For common topics such as the income statement we offer our own pre-built modules, which cut implementation time.

What we do in detail

  • Connecting and consolidating a variety of data sources
  • Import processes for exports from various source systems (CSV)
  • Direct connection via ODBC
  • Import of data and metadata via the SAP BW interface
  • Converting complex Excel solutions that have grown over time into low-maintenance data models
  • Installation of all Planning Analytics modules including client rollouts
  • Analysis and optimization of existing Planning Analytics solutions
  • Reporting solutions based on Excel and web (PAfE, PAW, TM1 Web)
  • Custom programming (Turbo Integrator, Rules, REST API)
  • Training and workshops for users at every level
  • Ready-made TM1 modules that can be deployed as needed

Our tools

We have been developing solutions on the multidimensional OLAP database Planning Analytics (formerly TM1) since the Applix era, including interfaces to SAP BW. As our own departmental tool we use Planning Analytics Express. We build reports and input sheets based on Excel in line with current reporting and design standards; for high-end dashboarding we use Planning Analytics Workspace.