Data Models and Dimensions in Planning Analytics | TM1 for Dummies
IBM Planning Analytics enables flexible and efficient data analysis thanks to its multidimensional structure. But what are the fundamentals that make this system so powerful? This article provides a concise overview of the concepts of data models and dimensions – the building blocks that TM1 uses to organize, store and analyze data. Note: For historical […]
Basics of the Planning Analytics architecture | TM1 for Dummies
The special structure of IBM Planning Analytics offers everything that companies need to design their data processes flexibly and efficiently. But how exactly is Planning Analytics (TM1) structured and which components make it an indispensable tool for business intelligence? Note: For historical reasons, the term “TM1” is often still used synonymously for “IBM Planning Analytics”, […]
Cloud-based Planning: the benefits of SaaS for companies
Digitalization has revolutionized almost all industries in recent years. Cloud-based solutions, in particular Software as a Service (SaaS), play a central role in this. Companies are increasingly turning to SaaS to optimize their Planning processes and remain competitive in the long term. But what makes SaaS so attractive? In this article, we highlight the key […]
IBM Planning Analytics is now on Azure: What’s the benefit?
Modern companies are faced with the challenge of having to react quickly and flexibly in a dynamic market environment. With the availability of IBM Planning Analytics on Microsoft Azure, IBM is setting a new standard for planning and analysis tools. This extension allows companies to customize their planning strategies by choosing the infrastructure that best […]
Checklist: The most important KPIs for your Business Intelligence system
“You can’t manage what you can’t measure,” Peter Drucker once said. Only key figures, so-called key performance indicators, enable a BI system to document and measure company performance in a concrete and comparable way. But how do you get the right key performance indicators? Our checklist will help you create the optimum basis for successful […]
What’s new in Planning Analytics Workspace 2.0.99 / 2.1.6
In November 2024, IBM released version 2.0.99 and 2.1.6 of Planning Analytics Workspace (PAW). This update brings numerous improvements and new features in the areas of reporting, modeling and administration. Here you will find the most important new features introduced with this update. What’s new in Books and Reporting IBM Planning Analytics Workspace (PAW) 2.0.99/2.1.6 […]
More sales, less effort: 7 reasons for Business Intelligence
More and more companies are turning to Business Intelligence (BI). Around 40% of German companies currently use BI applications – and even small and medium-sized companies are increasingly recognizing the benefits that these solutions offer. We show you seven good reasons why BI can also be a real benefit for your company. Why Business Intelligence […]
TM1 Perspectives & TM1 Architect: End of support is coming closer
On October 30, 2025, support for TM1 Perspectives and Architect will end – two tools that many companies have relied on for years. This is a big change, but also an exciting opportunity: now is the perfect time to take full advantage of the latest IBM software components. The new solutions offer state-of-the-art functionality and […]
Whats new in Planning Analytics Workspace 2.1.5: “Bursting” and more!
One of the most requested features for IBM Planning Analytics is finally here: Bursting! With version 2.1.5 of Planning Analytics Workspace (PAW), it is now possible to export individual sections of reports directly to PAW. In this article, you can find out what exactly is behind this and what other new features this version has […]
What actually is IBM TM1? | TM1 for Dummies
In today’s business world, data is a key success factor. But what use are large amounts of data if they cannot be analyzed and used efficiently? This is where TM1 comes into play. But what exactly is TM1 and what is the difference between TM1 and planning analytics? In our blog article series “TM1 for […]