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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    SAP Analytics Cloud

    Score8.1 out of 10
    N/AThe SAP Analytics Cloud solution brings together analytics and planning with integration to SAP applications and access to heterogenous data sources. As the analytics and planning solution within SAP Business Technology Platform, SAP Analytics Cloud supports trusted insights and integrated planning processes enterprise-wide to help make decisions without doubt.

    $36

    per month per user

    Yellowfin

    Score8.6 out of 10
    Mid-Size Companies (51-1,000 employees)
    Yellowfin is a cloud-based business intelligence and dashboarding platform.

    $250

    per month

    Pricing
    SAP Analytics CloudYellowfin
    Editions & Modules
    SAP Analytics Cloud for Business Intelligence
    $36.00
    per month per user
    SAP Analytics Cloud for Planning
    Price upon request
    per month per user
    No answers on this topic
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    SAP Analytics CloudYellowfin
    Free Trial
    YesYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoYes
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeOptional
    Additional DetailsA 30-day trial with SAP Analytics Cloud is available, supporting analytics enterprise-wide. A trial can be extended up to 90 days on request.
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    Community Pulse
    SAP Analytics CloudYellowfin
    Considered Both Products
    SAP
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    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    94%
    Would buy again
    313 Answers
    67%
    Would buy again
    6 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
    96%
    Delivers good value for the price
    266 Answers
    63%
    Delivers good value for the price
    5 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
    90%
    Happy with the feature set
    300 Answers
    67%
    Happy with the feature set
    6 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    85%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    178 Answers
    67%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    4 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
    85%
    Implementation went as expected
    221 Answers
    71%
    Implementation went as expected
    5 Answers
    Features
    SAP Analytics CloudYellowfin
    BI Standard Reporting
    Comparison of BI Standard Reporting features of SAP Analytics Cloud and Yellowfin
    Feature
    SAP Analytics Cloud
    7.6
    357 Ratings
    7% below category average
    Yellowfin
    7.6
    15 Ratings
    6% above category average
    Pixel Perfect reports7.4302 Ratings6.78 Ratings
    Customizable dashboards7.9345 Ratings8.415 Ratings
    Report Formatting Templates7.4319 Ratings7.613 Ratings
    Ad-hoc Reporting
    Comparison of Ad-hoc Reporting features of SAP Analytics Cloud and Yellowfin
    Feature
    SAP Analytics Cloud
    7.5
    358 Ratings
    6% below category average
    Yellowfin
    8.2
    15 Ratings
    5% above category average
    Drill-down analysis7.9348 Ratings8.614 Ratings
    Formatting capabilities7.3345 Ratings8.715 Ratings
    Integration with R or other statistical packages6.9256 Ratings00 Ratings
    Report sharing and collaboration8.1334 Ratings8.614 Ratings
    Report Output and Scheduling
    Comparison of Report Output and Scheduling features of SAP Analytics Cloud and Yellowfin
    Feature
    SAP Analytics Cloud
    7.4
    339 Ratings
    10% below category average
    Yellowfin
    -
    Ratings
    Publish to Web7.7290 Ratings00 Ratings
    Publish to PDF7.8321 Ratings00 Ratings
    Report Versioning7.5282 Ratings00 Ratings
    Report Delivery Scheduling7.5278 Ratings00 Ratings
    Delivery to Remote Servers6.758 Ratings00 Ratings
    Data Discovery and Visualization
    Comparison of Data Discovery and Visualization features of SAP Analytics Cloud and Yellowfin
    Feature
    SAP Analytics Cloud
    7.4
    343 Ratings
    8% below category average
    Yellowfin
    7.1
    15 Ratings
    9% below category average
    Pre-built visualization formats (heatmaps, scatter plots etc.)7.8325 Ratings7.115 Ratings
    Location Analytics / Geographic Visualization7.5312 Ratings6.715 Ratings
    Predictive Analytics7.2312 Ratings7.413 Ratings
    Pattern Recognition and Data Mining7.099 Ratings00 Ratings
    Access Control and Security
    Comparison of Access Control and Security features of SAP Analytics Cloud and Yellowfin
    Feature
    SAP Analytics Cloud
    8.2
    349 Ratings
    3% below category average
    Yellowfin
    7.6
    14 Ratings
    0% below category average
    Multi-User Support (named login)8.2323 Ratings7.314 Ratings
    Role-Based Security Model8.0331 Ratings7.012 Ratings
    Multiple Access Permission Levels (Create, Read, Delete)8.1324 Ratings7.013 Ratings
    Report-Level Access Control8.2134 Ratings00 Ratings
    Single Sign-On (SSO)8.5327 Ratings8.96 Ratings
    Mobile Capabilities
    Comparison of Mobile Capabilities features of SAP Analytics Cloud and Yellowfin
    Feature
    SAP Analytics Cloud
    7.4
    294 Ratings
    4% below category average
    Yellowfin
    -
    Ratings
    Responsive Design for Web Access7.5283 Ratings00 Ratings
    Mobile Application6.8247 Ratings00 Ratings
    Dashboard / Report / Visualization Interactivity on Mobile7.0274 Ratings00 Ratings
    Application Program Interfaces (APIs) / Embedding
    Comparison of Application Program Interfaces (APIs) / Embedding features of SAP Analytics Cloud and Yellowfin
    Feature
    SAP Analytics Cloud
    7.1
    66 Ratings
    9% below category average
    Yellowfin
    6.4
    8 Ratings
    12% below category average
    REST API7.156 Ratings6.48 Ratings
    Javascript API7.049 Ratings6.18 Ratings
    iFrames7.143 Ratings7.37 Ratings
    Java API7.142 Ratings6.88 Ratings
    Themeable User Interface (UI)7.451 Ratings00 Ratings
    Customizable Platform (Open Source)6.843 Ratings6.06 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    SAP Analytics CloudYellowfin
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.1
    (382 ratings)
    8.6
    (15 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    8.7
    (22 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Usability
    7.7
    (307 ratings)
    8.4
    (10 ratings)
    Availability
    5.0
    (1 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Performance
    4.0
    (1 ratings)
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    Support Rating
    6.3
    (73 ratings)
    5.6
    (7 ratings)
    In-Person Training
    9.0
    (1 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Online Training
    5.1
    (2 ratings)
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    6.3
    (9 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Configurability
    5.0
    (1 ratings)
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    Contract Terms and Pricing Model
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Data Sharing and Collaboration
    8.0
    (61 ratings)
    8.1
    (6 ratings)
    Data Sources
    8.1
    (61 ratings)
    8.1
    (6 ratings)
    Ease of integration
    6.0
    (1 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    7.0
    (1 ratings)
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    Professional Services
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Vendor post-sale
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Vendor pre-sale
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    SAP Analytics CloudYellowfin
    Likelihood to Recommend
    SAP
    >> Using SAC predictive analytics capabilities for inventory management in a Production line setup has helped generate Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders for raw or semi-finished goods without much head-banging into Demand management rules. It does it beautifully with seamless integration with HANA core MM and PP modules, along with BI integration. It has resulted in 30% greater warehouse storage capacity, thereby saving revenue from piled-up inventory and associated manpower costs. >> SAC sometimes shows latency in working out a large data set, thus giving a poor user experience compared to its competition. Also, it may occasionally show misinterpretations when embedding data from 3rd-party systems into the HANA core dataset.
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    Idera, Inc.
    We can recommend this software without hesitation, as it has the ability to generate reports and data analysis, as well as process the data automatically, which saves time. It is ideal for small and medium-sized companies that wish to improve their services in the business world
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    Pros
    SAP
    • It makes it easier yo analyse order and related records easily.
    • We can easily maintain and track the performance of employees in organisation.
    • Can easily track various aspects for the growth of an organisation thus allowing real time analysis and tracking of organisation's growth and performance.
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    • Yellowfin’s Storyboard, Timeline and Collaborative tools make it easy to share data and insights across an organisation.
    • Strong Operational and Executive Dashboards that reflect the business KPIs and can send out prompts to people within the business based on rules.
    • Yellowfin makes it incredibly easy to create dynamic reports and dashboards which incorporate maps through locational intelligence functionality.
    • Yellowfin is a single license and all access is via a web browser making it perfect for both on-premise and cloud deployment. Mobile apps are also available.
    • User roles and source filtering allows Admin/IT to offer different functions/views by user group/role.
    • Mobile BI applications to support any device ..
    • API connectors ( YF 7.2 on the way in Mar16 ) for a range of third-party Web-based applications, data sources, Enterprises CRM/ERP apps & open data platform apps, including Salesforce, Google Analytics, Twitter, Youtube , Zoho CRM, XE.com & more coming to make endusers to integrate their applications for better benefits
    • Yellowfin Integration with Predictive analytical and Big Data processing tools like R, UDF, Spark to build rich applications for end users
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    Cons
    SAP
    • Complexity in Data Modeling
    • SAC supports various data sources, but improvements in the ease of connecting to and integrating with certain data repositories, especially non-SAP databases, would enhance the platform's versatility and integration capabilities.
    • An offline mode for SAC could be valuable for users who need to access and analyze data without an internet connection. Additionally, optimizing performance for large datasets and complex visualizations would contribute to a smoother user experience.
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    Idera, Inc.
    • The ability to predefine a colour for a specific graph as a selection option dynamically.
    • The ability to customise the label of a chart, especially with respect to performance related reporting graphs we need an increase in dynamic charting options to meet our more specialised requirements.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    SAP
    We are planning to review the licensing as we have issues with SAC dealing with huge datasets. Analytics area is good for import models but when we have live connections in place that's when we have issue with SAC dealing with huge datasets in live be it BW or be it HANA models in the backend.
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    Idera, Inc.
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    Usability
    SAP
    I landed on a 7 out of 10 for a few key reasons. The tool is flexible in the sense that we are using very very very (very) little off the shelf solutions and customizing to our needs. Users enjoy having the customized data actions, key variance calculations, and easy to use headcount/salary planning in the same tool. One downside is that users are hard to please when they are used to excel. SAP Analytics Cloud simply is not excel, and the flexibility of excel in a crunch is not there.
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    Idera, Inc.
    As mentioned previously, if a newer company is looking for a strong, polished BI tool, Yellowfin would be a great software vendor to consider. Unfortunately, the high cost might be a barrier to these newer companies who dont have any legacy software/agreements such as an EA agreement with Microsoft.
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    Reliability and Availability
    SAP
    I would rate SAP Analytics Cloud an 8 out of 10 for scalability. It offers a flexible, cloud-based architecture that supports expansion across departments and geographies. The platform adapts well to growing data volumes and user needs, making it a strong choice for organizations looking to scale analytics capabilities efficiently.
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    Idera, Inc.
    99.9% availability
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    Performance
    SAP
    I would rate SAP Analytics Cloud’s performance an 8 out of 10. Pages generally load quickly, and reports run within a reasonable time frame, even with complex datasets. Integration with other systems is smooth and doesn’t noticeably affect performance. Overall, it’s a responsive and efficient tool for business analytics. But
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    Idera, Inc.
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    Support Rating
    SAP
    Since the implementation stage, the support team has been very helpful and assisting. Even in the later stages, the tech team had quite a rapid response. In general, SAP has provided us with great customer support, let it be for a specific product of SAP or for integration of different modules.
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    Idera, Inc.
    They have good support in what they provide. But what they provide is not what is promised. I would stay with them if I can. Be very careful before signing up with them. They are not what they seem in the sales pitches. Be very careful and make sure you test and test before you sign up.
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    In-Person Training
    SAP
    Good videos and reference material available in SAP Portal.
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    Idera, Inc.
    Yellowfin provides 3 levels of training to support consumers, business analytics, developers and Administrations :
    1. Yellowfin BI Training - Level 1 (Exploration)
    2. Yellowfin BI Training - Level 2 (Advanced)
    3. Yellowfin BI Training - Level 3(Expert)
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    Online Training
    SAP
    In hindsight, it would have been easier to have someone there in person. Questions were answered, but with 11 participants, it got a bit chaotic online
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    Idera, Inc.
    Web-based training for large audiences for Level 1 and Level 2 I would suggest
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    Implementation Rating
    SAP
    SAC is a simple solution ad it works fine when connecting it to other SAP tools. On the other hand, connecting it to third party solutions brings difficulties when there's no previous design and the objetives are not clear. It is really important to integrate Business users from the start to provide with valuable business insights
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    Idera, Inc.
    Design the data model and views for each dashboard is very important and it is the success factor Configuration of cluster for large implementation
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    Alternatives Considered
    SAP
    SAP Analytics Cloud and Power BI are both tools that help businesses understand their data, but they have some differences. SAC, made by SAP, works well if your company already uses other SAP products. It's in the cloud, easy to use, and has features for analyzing data, getting insights, and planning for the future. Power BI, made by Microsoft, can be used in the cloud or on your own computers. It fits well with Microsoft tools, is easy to use, and can do advanced data analysis. SAC has built-in planning tools, while Power BI needs extra tools for detailed planning
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    Idera, Inc.
    Yellow Fin platform is browser agnostic and is accessible from desktops as well as mobile devices. It is very simple and fast, it is integrated with Big Data, clients do not require a great training. It just works. But it’s easier to have things on the cloud, especially if you need to use different computers. Yellow Fin lacks the cloud feature.
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    Contract Terms and Pricing Model
    SAP
    unit pricing
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    Idera, Inc.
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    Scalability
    SAP
    Is good for use across multiple locations. It allows users to access data and reports from anywhere, regardless of their location. Can consolidate data from various sources, including different SAP systems and external sources, which facilitates cross-location analysis. SAC enables access to data and models from SAP Datasphere to create new stories. Detailed permissions can be defined for cross-departmental use.
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    Idera, Inc.
    - Tested 500 con-current users in Linux platform with 4 cores systems - Tested with cloud based VM - Tested with 1000 reads per minutes
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    Professional Services
    SAP
    very simple
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    Idera, Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    Return on Investment
    SAP
    • Many manual data manipulations and exports in Excel have been replaced by the tool, providing management with improved insight into the amount of time spent at each stage of an invoice's lifetime, allowing bottlenecks to be discovered.
    • We now have more insight into the data, and people with little technical experience can easily build stories.
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    Idera, Inc.
    • made our org more data centric
    • Decisions are made based on data vs opinion
    • has created a single source of truth for the bulk of the organization
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