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    IBM Planning Analytics

    Score8.5 out of 10
    N/AIBM Planning Analytics, powered by IBM TM1®, is an integrated planning solution designed to promote collaboration across the organization and help keep pace with the speed of modern business. With its calculation engine, this enterprise performance management solution is designed to help users move beyond the limits of spreadsheets, automating the planning process to drive faster, more accurate results. Use it to unify data sources into one single repository, enabling users to build…

    $825

    per month 5 users

    Sage HRMS

    Score9.8 out of 10
    N/ASage HRMS is an HR management solution that integrates payroll, benefits, recruiting, employee self-service, and analytics capabilities.N/A

    Sympa

    Score9 out of 10
    N/ASympa is an HR system for growing, global businesses, offering one system for people data and processes, with local flexibility and global alignment.

    $9.50

    per month per user

    Pricing
    IBM Planning AnalyticsSage HRMSSympa
    Editions & Modules
    Essentials
    $825
    per month 5 users
    Standard
    $1,650
    per month 10 users
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    Free Trial
    YesNoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesNoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    YesYesYes
    Entry-level Setup FeeOptionalNo setup feeRequired
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    IBM
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    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    99%
    Would buy again
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    Delivers good value for the price
    97%
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    Happy with the feature set
    97%
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    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    97%
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    Implementation went as expected
    93%
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    Features
    IBM Planning AnalyticsSage HRMSSympa
    BI Standard Reporting
    Comparison of BI Standard Reporting features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    7.6
    116 Ratings
    1% above category average
    Sage HRMS
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    Sympa
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    Pixel Perfect reports7.6102 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Customizable dashboards7.7116 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Report Formatting Templates7.5109 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Ad-hoc Reporting
    Comparison of Ad-hoc Reporting features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    8.0
    122 Ratings
    3% above category average
    Sage HRMS
    -
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    Sympa
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    Drill-down analysis8.5119 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Formatting capabilities7.9120 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Integration with R or other statistical packages7.992 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Report sharing and collaboration7.8118 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Report Output and Scheduling
    Comparison of Report Output and Scheduling features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    8.1
    116 Ratings
    2% above category average
    Sage HRMS
    -
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    Sympa
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    Publish to Web7.9109 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Publish to PDF8.2109 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Report Versioning8.3106 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Report Delivery Scheduling8.298 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Data Discovery and Visualization
    Comparison of Data Discovery and Visualization features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    7.5
    117 Ratings
    2% above category average
    Sage HRMS
    -
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    Sympa
    -
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    Pre-built visualization formats (heatmaps, scatter plots etc.)8.1117 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Location Analytics / Geographic Visualization7.7109 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Predictive Analytics7.8107 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Pattern Recognition and Data Mining6.638 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Access Control and Security
    Comparison of Access Control and Security features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    8.0
    122 Ratings
    5% below category average
    Sage HRMS
    -
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    Sympa
    -
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    Multi-User Support (named login)8.1120 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Role-Based Security Model7.7121 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Multiple Access Permission Levels (Create, Read, Delete)8.0122 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Report-Level Access Control7.549 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Single Sign-On (SSO)8.4114 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Mobile Capabilities
    Comparison of Mobile Capabilities features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    7.6
    105 Ratings
    3% above category average
    Sage HRMS
    -
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    Sympa
    -
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    Responsive Design for Web Access7.7102 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Mobile Application7.666 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Dashboard / Report / Visualization Interactivity on Mobile6.676 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Budgeting, Planning, and Forecasting
    Comparison of Budgeting, Planning, and Forecasting features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    8.4
    131 Ratings
    4% above category average
    Sage HRMS
    -
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    Sympa
    -
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    Long-term financial planning8.0127 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Financial budgeting8.4130 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Forecasting8.7130 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Scenario modeling8.6129 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Management reporting8.6129 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Consolidation and Close
    Comparison of Consolidation and Close features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    8.5
    122 Ratings
    9% above category average
    Sage HRMS
    -
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    Sympa
    -
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    Financial data consolidation9.1118 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Journal entries and reports9.2108 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Multi-currency management8.5110 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Intercompany Eliminations8.4107 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Minority Ownership8.6101 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Local and consolidated reporting7.8114 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Detailed Audit Trails8.1115 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Financial Reporting and Compliance
    Comparison of Financial Reporting and Compliance features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    8.8
    123 Ratings
    8% above category average
    Sage HRMS
    -
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    Sympa
    -
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    Financial Statement Reporting8.2119 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Management Reporting8.7120 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Excel-based Reporting9.4122 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Automated board and financial reporting9.1111 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    XBRL support for regulatory filing8.680 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Analytics and Reporting
    Comparison of Analytics and Reporting features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    8.4
    125 Ratings
    11% above category average
    Sage HRMS
    -
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    Sympa
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    Personalized dashboards8.7124 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Color-coded scorecards8.4119 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    KPIs8.1122 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Cost and profitability analysis8.2120 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Key Performance Indicator setting8.5119 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Benchmarking with external data8.590 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Integration
    Comparison of Integration features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    8.7
    123 Ratings
    8% above category average
    Sage HRMS
    -
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    Sympa
    -
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    Flat file integration8.7120 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Excel data integration9.0120 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Direct links to 3rd-party data sources8.6112 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Human Resource Management
    Comparison of Human Resource Management features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    -
    Ratings
    Sage HRMS
    5.5
    9 Ratings
    39% below category average
    Sympa
    9.8
    1 Ratings
    18% above category average
    Employee demographic data00 Ratings8.08 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Employment history00 Ratings8.09 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Job profiles and administration00 Ratings1.39 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.00 Ratings7.99 Ratings00 Ratings
    Organizational charting00 Ratings6.04 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Organization and location management00 Ratings6.06 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)00 Ratings1.27 Ratings9.01 Ratings
    Payroll Management
    Comparison of Payroll Management features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    -
    Ratings
    Sage HRMS
    4.8
    7 Ratings
    52% below category average
    Sympa
    -
    Ratings
    Pay calculation00 Ratings6.17 Ratings00 Ratings
    Support for external payroll vendors00 Ratings4.04 Ratings00 Ratings
    Off-cycle/On-Demand payment00 Ratings6.92 Ratings00 Ratings
    Benefit plan administration00 Ratings2.16 Ratings00 Ratings
    Direct deposit files00 Ratings8.07 Ratings00 Ratings
    Salary revision and increment management00 Ratings3.06 Ratings00 Ratings
    Reimbursement management00 Ratings3.27 Ratings00 Ratings
    Leave and Attendance Management
    Comparison of Leave and Attendance Management features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    -
    Ratings
    Sage HRMS
    1.2
    7 Ratings
    149% below category average
    Sympa
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    19% above category average
    Approval workflow00 Ratings1.26 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Balance details00 Ratings1.27 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Annual carry-forward and encashment00 Ratings1.06 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Employee Self Service
    Comparison of Employee Self Service features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    -
    Ratings
    Sage HRMS
    3.9
    8 Ratings
    72% below category average
    Sympa
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    19% above category average
    View and generate pay and benefit information00 Ratings4.18 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Update personal information00 Ratings4.27 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    View company policy documentation00 Ratings1.16 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Employee recognition00 Ratings6.04 Ratings00 Ratings
    View job history00 Ratings4.05 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Asset Management
    Comparison of Asset Management features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    -
    Ratings
    Sage HRMS
    7.0
    2 Ratings
    14% below category average
    Sympa
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    22% above category average
    Tracking of all physical assets00 Ratings7.02 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    HR Reporting
    Comparison of HR Reporting features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    -
    Ratings
    Sage HRMS
    3.7
    8 Ratings
    69% below category average
    Sympa
    -
    Ratings
    Report builder00 Ratings2.07 Ratings00 Ratings
    Pre-built reports00 Ratings1.28 Ratings00 Ratings
    Ability to combine HR data with external data00 Ratings8.06 Ratings00 Ratings
    Onboarding
    Comparison of Onboarding features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    -
    Ratings
    Sage HRMS
    7.0
    4 Ratings
    14% below category average
    Sympa
    -
    Ratings
    New hire portal00 Ratings7.04 Ratings00 Ratings
    Manager tracking tools00 Ratings7.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    Performance and Goals
    Comparison of Performance and Goals features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    -
    Ratings
    Sage HRMS
    7.3
    2 Ratings
    10% below category average
    Sympa
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    21% above category average
    Corporate goal setting00 Ratings8.01 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Individual goal setting00 Ratings7.02 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Line-of sight-visibility00 Ratings8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Performance tracking00 Ratings6.02 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Performance Management
    Comparison of Performance Management features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    -
    Ratings
    Sage HRMS
    7.8
    5 Ratings
    2% below category average
    Sympa
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    23% above category average
    Performance plans00 Ratings9.03 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Performance improvement plans00 Ratings8.03 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Review status tracking00 Ratings7.03 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Review reminders00 Ratings8.04 Ratings00 Ratings
    Multiple review frequency00 Ratings7.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    Succession Planning
    Comparison of Succession Planning features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    -
    Ratings
    Sage HRMS
    8.5
    1 Ratings
    8% above category average
    Sympa
    -
    Ratings
    Create succession plans/pools00 Ratings9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Candidate ranking00 Ratings8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Candidate search00 Ratings8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Candidate development00 Ratings9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Recruiting / ATS
    Comparison of Recruiting / ATS features of IBM Planning Analytics and Sage HRMS and Sympa
    Feature
    IBM Planning Analytics
    -
    Ratings
    Sage HRMS
    7.6
    3 Ratings
    4% below category average
    Sympa
    -
    Ratings
    Job Requisition Management00 Ratings5.02 Ratings00 Ratings
    Company Website Posting00 Ratings7.23 Ratings00 Ratings
    Publish to Social Media00 Ratings9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Job Search Site Posting00 Ratings7.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Duplicate Candidate Prevention00 Ratings8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Applicant Tracking00 Ratings8.02 Ratings00 Ratings
    Notifications and Alerts00 Ratings9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    IBM Planning AnalyticsSage HRMSSympa
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.0
    (132 ratings)
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    (10 ratings)
    9.0
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    Likelihood to Renew
    9.1
    (5 ratings)
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
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    Usability
    7.8
    (69 ratings)
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    Support Rating
    7.3
    (93 ratings)
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    Data Sharing and Collaboration
    9.0
    (3 ratings)
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    Data Sources
    9.0
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    Product Scalability
    9.1
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    User Testimonials
    IBM Planning AnalyticsSage HRMSSympa
    Likelihood to Recommend
    IBM
    Ideal for large organization with complex multi-dimensional data, large budgets and dedicated administrator support. The performance of the TM1 data base is unmatched. The PAW and PAX options providing planners to work in both Excel and workspace environment. Higher Implementation efforts due to the greenfield implementations. Visualization features are not up to the mark.
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    Sage
    Sage HRMS is a software that fits in all organizations whether small or large and this makes it the most suitable HR solution as it will help you manage your workforce even if it may appear small. The software has analytics and reporting tools that are applicable in performance management where you will use them in assessing the productivity of your employees and plan on how to improve further as a workforce. It further helps in employee on-boarding, payroll management, and talent management
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    Sympa
    In my usage of Sympa, I find that it's very useful for onboarding, goal management, and organizational structure lookups. I haven't yet experienced any areas where it doesn't work well or isn't appropriate. We have many other software systems that work in tandem with Sympa.
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    Pros
    IBM
    • Handle very large data volumes.
    • Scale to a large number of users.
    • Not having to compromise on business complexity.
    • It can be run by business users.
    • Availability of highly qualified consultants to support businesses.
    • REST API allows for an open eco system and a variety of solutions to extend the product.
    • Vast integration possibilities.
    • AI-infused engine with IBM Watson.
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    Sage
    • Ability to see history (like job history) easily at a glance.
    • Ability to make changes easily.
    • Organizing info in the employee record.
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    Sympa
    • Customized interface.
    • Global Org Chart/Employee lookup.
    • Onboarding tasks.
    • Updating and reviewing personal goals, quotas, and PDP.
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    Cons
    IBM
    • sometimes it is hard to produce pixel perfect reports from the Web UI. I know it is not made for this, but still, it'll be great
    • getting in e.g. an Excel file just by drag and drop, and the AI should "understand" what the data is all around
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    Sage
    • We changed our chart of accounts. The system does not allow you to change the numbering format, so we had to start over with new databases.
    • The tax return portion of the software does not file local taxes. We would definitely like to see this functionality in the future.
    • The payroll piece does not handle complicated move up and move downs for union pay. This could definitely be improved upon.
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    Sympa
    • Loading speeds have been a bit slow at points.
    • Our customized interface is easy to use but beginning to feel a bit dated (could use a refresh).
    • Minor user-interface features could be added to take it to the next level.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    IBM
    Since IBM Cognos Express is suitable only for medium data warehouse environment, we are not sure if this tool solves the long term need as the business keeps growing rapidly. So its a 50/50 ratio to renew Express license. But having said that, the components of IBM Cognos Express are also available in other Cognos BI suites like Cognos 10.x version. So we will probably upgrade our environment to IBM Cognos 10.x which comes with more new features.
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    Sage
    I do not work with this software anymore, and I am not involved with the renewal of it. However, if I were, I would still suggest using it unless something better was introduced
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    Sympa
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    Usability
    IBM
    IBM Planning Analytics is generally good in terms of functionalities. It can be used reduce time for budget planning, resource planning, demand forecasting, etc. The performance of IBM Planning Analytics is acceptable, but user interface can be improved. It would be good to see new features that allow users to customise the dashboard.
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    Sage
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    Sympa
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    Support Rating
    IBM
    IBM support has been very quick to respond and handle the very few issues we've had. We've had a third-party who partners with IBM to be our consulting team which has helped greatly reduce the need for us to contact IBM directly. I highly recommend researching and selecting a well-respected partner to help with an implementation as well as ongoing support as needed.
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    Sage
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    Sympa
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    Alternatives Considered
    IBM
    For strong technical teams and flexibility IBM Planning Analytics is the way to go. For quicker adoption and less technical teams Anaplan is the best option. If consolidation, financials, and moving from legacy tools are main focus than OneStream will be a really good choice. If deeply invested into SAP already than the SAP BPC will be the best fit to maintain the investment.
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    Sage
    Sage HRMS was very cost effective for a non-profit. It does all that we needed as a company and more. It also allows us to handle payroll ourselves instead of outsourcing [it].
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    Sympa
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    Return on Investment
    IBM
    • Automate direct data connections to multiple data sources
    • One secured version of the the truth (for data and formulas)
    • Ability to scale to much more detailed planning with option to create predictive forecasts at detail
    • Business user friendly with powerful Excel integration
    • Very flexible and powerful modeling, can handle custom modeling needs at scale
    • Can make the same data available across finance and ops, but at the level of details and timeline that makes sense for them
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    Sage
    • there can be a high ROI when processing payroll in house compared to outsourced. Not to mention the flexibility you gain.
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    Sympa
    • Provides visibility to all things HR.
    • On demand access so you don't need to wait on replies from HR.
    Incentivized
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    ScreenShots

    IBM Planning Analytics Screenshots

    Screenshot of Workflow managementScreenshot of Income statementScreenshot of Margin analysisScreenshot of Metrics managementScreenshot of Income statementScreenshot of Expense analysis

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    Screenshot of Focus AI: Turn everyday HR requests into actionable results with Focus AI.Screenshot of Mobile app: Sympa's mobile app gives employees and managers secure access to key HR tasks and information wherever they are.Screenshot of Pay Transparency: Comply with the EU Pay Transparency Directive by identifying pay gaps within Sympa.Screenshot of Scenarios: Model organisational changes, compare different structures and plan with confidence in your HR system with Scenarios.Screenshot of 9-grid: Map employee performance and potential to support talent reviews, succession planning and development decisions with 9-grid.