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Anaplan extensibility anddata integration optionsAchieve open platform connectivity for optimized plans across the enterpriseExecutive summaryWith data dispersed across the enterprise by function anddisparate integration tools, it can be difficult to executeinformed plans with the most up-to-date information.Disconnected systems and data create a complex,tedious process for business leaders and stakeholdersto access and incorporate meaningful and relevant datainto their plans. Teams across different departmentsleveraging an array of third-party integrations must findcommon ground and leverage a single source of truth inorder to unlock true Connected Planning.Anaplan extensibility options simplify integration withbuilt-in and third-party extensions, allowing businessleaders to access enterprise-wide data on a unifiedplatform. This open platform approach for connectivityenables teams to easily and quickly share the mostimportant information, so stakeholders can uncoverdeeper insights and unlock more impactful businessplans. Anaplan provides flexible extensibility andinteroperability options that meet the unique needs ofevery organization to empower better decision-making.

Anaplan extensibility:3 key componentsThe goal of extensibility is to create interoperability withother enterprise systems. True extensibility creates anopen platform for data integration and exchange withthird-party sources and systems.Anaplan delivers the ability to bring in data for planningpurposes as well extract data to external systems, with athree-pronged approach: Connectors Integrations Web scripts, tools, and application programminginterfaces (APIs)By leveraging these three components, enterprisescan smoothly aggregate data across systems, executeplans that rely on a single source of truth, and extendthe reach of industry-leading tools. Anaplan’s extensivepartner ecosystem with purpose-built integrations helpsdeliver on the promise of true interoperability.WORKFORCE AND SALESProactive, automatic incentivecompensationZillow was challenged with late incentivepayments that arrived two weeks post payperiod and was struggling to integrate HRand compensation systems. Anaplan enabledstronger data integration, empowering HRand sales with data updates every 20 minutesand integrating HR data automatically withcompensation plans.“Because employees now have data at theirfingertips, they’re spending more of theirvaluable time doing what they do best:selling our products.”―Karen Han, Senior Manager of Sales Finance

Connectors: Simple and fastAnaplan connectors link to trusted third-party servicesthat can automate and schedule Anaplan data importsand exports using simplified user interfaces. Theydeliver simple self-service and fast access to the datastakeholders need most.Simple self-service capabilities empower businessleaders to get the information to answer key planningquestions without much reliance on IT, so they canaccelerate integrations and time to value. Anaplan offersconnectors to both extract, transform, load (ETL) andenterprise service bus (ESB) tools, providing a variety ofoptions for enterprises.Anaplan Connector for MuleSoft. Seamlessly integrateAnaplan with other applications and products fast withMuleSoft. The Anaplan Connector for MuleSoft allowsteams to reduce deployment times and save timeby eliminating complicated integration projects. Thecentralized web interface helps users analyze, manage,and monitor APIs and integrations all in a unified location.ETL and ESB connectorsAnaplan connectors for leading third-party ETL toolsprovide integrations that schedule, transform, anddeliver data to and from the Anaplan platform.Anaplan Connector for Informatica Cloud. The AnaplanConnector for Informatica Cloud provides seamlessintegration with Informatica’s enterprise-class softwareas-a-service integration platform. Users can automateand schedule integrations with Informatica Cloudstraight from the Anaplan UI, eliminating the need foradditional point products. In addition, users can accesshundreds of pre-built, bi-directional connectors viaInformatica Cloud to Salesforce, Workday, NetSuite,Oracle, and SAP.SALES AND FINANCEHigh-volume data integration for planningwithout IT workService now needed to leverage SAP BPCand SAP HANA data when planning, andalready had MuleSoft and SAP PO integrationplatforms in place. The Anaplan Connectorfor MuleSoft enabled imports of over a dozenjobs (up to 1.5 million records per job) fromSAP BPC and SAP HANA via MuleSoft toAnaplan during daily, monthly, and quarterlyrefreshes, giving users greater visibility andaccess to the data they need most.“Anaplan’s intuitive dashboards enable usersto parse data in any way they require forfaster, better decision-making.”―Lokesh Nandula, Business Systems Analyst, FP&A

Anaplan Connector for Dell Boomi. With DellBoomi, users can design cloud-based integrationprocesses and transfer data between cloud and onpremise applications. The Anaplan Connector for DellBoomi helps teams achieve complete end-to-endcapabilities including application integrations, dataquality governance, API management, and workflowautomation. With pre-built integration processes anda robust connector library, users can easily import andexport data.Anaplan Connector for SnapLogic. Connect datafrom enterprise applications to Anaplan and supportread-write access to Anaplan workspaces and modelswith the Anaplan Connector for SnapLogic. Teams canleverage SnapLogic to ingest data from on-premiseswithout requiring security changes, speeding time toproof-of-concepts and market. It all comes ready-to-usewith instant access to applications such as Salesforce,Workday, and SAP.Anaplan Connector for OneCloud. OneCloud providesintuitive integration, data transformation, and automationfor a wide range of business-critical applicationsboth on-premises and in the cloud. With the AnaplanConnector for OneCloud, users can integrate systemsand automate processes, accelerating their planningexperience without writing a single line of code.Real EstateInvestmentCustomerREAL ESTATE INVESTMENTOneCloud integrates Anaplan withSalesforce, SQL Server, Hyperion FinancialManagementThe Anaplan and OneCloud partnershiphelped this real estate company standardizeon a single integration toolset—integratingdisparate applications to support ConnectedPlanning in Anaplan. They were also able tointegrate their legacy Hyperion applicationand exchange bidirectional data withSalesforce.

Purpose-built connectorsAnaplan also provides connectors, which are purposebuilt integrations with other systems-of-record (SOR) orsystems-of-engagement (SOE).Anaplan Connector for DocuSign. The AnaplanConnector for DocuSign enables users to managean iterative document workflow within and outsidethe organization. It connects with external suppliers,partners, and potential candidates to complete atransaction or contract negotiation with speed,accuracy, and precision. Users can easily managereviews and approvals electronically and update plansin real time, speeding collaboration and efficienciesacross and outside the organization.Anaplan Connector for Workiva. Workiva importsplanning, analysis, and reporting data from Anaplanto deliver integrated narrative reporting, compliance,planning, and performance management on the cloud.The Anaplan Connector for Workiva acceleratesreporting by pulling consolidated actuals from Anaplan.It also creates narrative reports with actuals andforecasts for improved reporting accuracy—all whilereducing risks by meeting compliance and regulations.SALESAutomation slashes salesplanning time in halfFINANCEIncreasing efficiency usingthe Workiva connectorWith 750,000 variables in sales plansfor 2,000 sales reps, Vodafone faced aninconsistent planning process that madealigning sales targets nearly impossible.The Anaplan Connector for DocuSignhelped the sales team achieve a 90%automated target-setting and 50% fastersales planning processes.HQ Capital had just merged three separatecompanies, resulting in disparate manualdata sets and technical environments thattook half a day to update just one model.The Anaplan Connector for Workiva helpedthem reduce the number of reforecastingmodels from 70 to five and created asingle market report across all properties,streamlining efficiencies.“Anaplan helps us to see what’s possiblewith collaborative planning—within sales,and across Vodafone.”―Kerry Small, Commercial and Operations Director“With Anaplan, we have improved the efficiencyof our planning and reporting processes.”―Simon Preston, Director, Digital Strategyand Operations

Anaplan Connector for Tableau. The AnaplanConnector for Tableau delivers compelling datavisualizations, helping users discover new insights.Tableau’s analytics solution allows users to understandchanges in the market or business priorities and drawinsights from them. This powerful Anaplan and Tableauintegration can provide businesses with measurablecompetitive advantage to unlock faster decisions andtake ownership over the data they use.Anaplan Connector for Microsoft Power BI. Nativelyintegrate data into Power BI to align on plans andreports based on the most recent data. The AnaplanConnector for Power BI enables self-service capabilities,so users can create and share reports without involvingIT or technical support. In addition, users can enhancetheir existing Anaplan data by leveraging highly visualreporting from Power BI and integrated analytics withAzure cloud. This offering is currently in early access.General availability is scheduled for October 2020.USE CASE SPOTLIGHTAnaplan Connector for Power BIDecision-makers can struggle to executeholistic reporting, especially when all of thedata they need does not reside in Anaplan.Users often rely on business intelligence (BI)tools, such as Microsoft Power BI, that enablecross-system reporting and analysis andwant to combine the powerful capabilitiesof both platforms.Anaplan Connector for Power BI enablesdecision-makers with quick and easy accessto Anaplan data for BI reporting. Simple touse, it empowers users to synthesize insightsand drive timely, informed decisions acrossthe organization.