{"id":17095,"date":"2023-01-23T18:42:59","date_gmt":"2023-01-23T16:42:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/?p=17095"},"modified":"2025-01-14T02:00:00","modified_gmt":"2025-01-14T00:00:00","slug":"forecasting-tools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/apps-tools\/forecasting-tools\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Best Business Forecasting Software in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Forecasting is highly valuable to businesses today, as it helps them make informed decisions and allocate resources effectively.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chances are, your business faces similar challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, the real question is \u2014 which forecasting tool should you use to make all the problems go away?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Searching for business forecasting software with standout features can take months. Luckily, I tested the <strong>8 best business forecasting software in 2025<\/strong>, so you don\u2019t have to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s start!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Forecasting-tools-cover.jpg\" alt=\"Forecasting tools - cover\" class=\"wp-image-28930\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Forecasting-tools-cover.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Forecasting-tools-cover-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Forecasting-tools-cover-1110x555.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Forecasting-tools-cover-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Forecasting-tools-cover-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f0faff\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5c430e3af789a59ad881a6001925c424\" style=\"color:#0c1013\"><strong>WHY TRUST US?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8f5aeff3e8f21adb3a112105a556e19b\" style=\"color:#263238\">The apps we talk about are selected, tested, and written about by human reviewers who follow strict review and editorial guidelines. We pick solutions that are practical, purposeful, and can offer real value for the specific use case or business context we\u2019re covering \u2014 while also being justified in their pricing. Our methodology is transparent, clear, and available to everyone:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7f5f4bccd56f4d6606a10d2709890b37\" style=\"color:#0287c5\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/our-software-review-methodology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about our review methodology here \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"1-clockify-by-cake-com-best-forecasting-tool-for-precise-time-data\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1 <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clockify<\/a> by CAKE.com \u2014 best forecasting tool for precise time data<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1110\" height=\"547\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-dash-1110x547.png\" alt=\"Clockify dashboard\" class=\"wp-image-28906\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-dash-1110x547.png 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-dash-609x300.png 609w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-dash-768x378.png 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-dash-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-dash.png 1135w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1110px) 100vw, 1110px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>As the most popular time tracking software today, Clockify by <a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAKE.com<\/a> also boasts powerful project forecasting abilities. Simply put, Clockify helps you make future predictions about your projects relying solely on tracked time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-clockify-by-cake-com-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does Clockify by CAKE.com work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You first need to create a project (or projects) in the app and track time on them. This can be done in 2 simple ways \u2014 using a <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/timer-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">timer<\/a> or filling out <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/timesheet-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">timesheets<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, let\u2019s suppose that you\u2019ve tracked a few work hours. Next, follow these steps:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the Projects tab,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose Forecast, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hover over the chart.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll see the blue line for total tracked hours, the gray line that shows scheduled hours, and the red line for estimated hours for a selected period.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"615\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-project-forecasting.jpg\" alt=\"Clockify project forecasting\" class=\"wp-image-28907\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-project-forecasting.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-project-forecasting-585x300.jpg 585w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-project-forecasting-1110x569.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-project-forecasting-768x394.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-project-forecasting-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Project forecasting in Clockify<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>By comparing tracked hours with estimated hours in Clockify, you get to see whether your projects are on schedule or whether they\u2019re about to exceed budgets or deadlines.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try Clockify by CAKE.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clockify allows you to define a <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/business\/make-precise-time-estimates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">project estimate<\/a> in the Settings tab for your project either in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Time<\/strong> \u2014 entering the number of hours, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Budget<\/strong> \u2014 entering a fixed amount.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"877\" height=\"255\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-project-estimates.png\" alt=\"Clockify project estimates\" class=\"wp-image-28908\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-project-estimates.png 877w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-project-estimates-730x212.png 730w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-project-estimates-768x223.png 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-project-estimates-18x5.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 877px) 100vw, 877px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Project estimates in Clockify<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>For example, say you entered a time estimate of 220 hours (red line), but the tracked hours (blue line) slightly exceed the estimate due to certain reasons. In this example, Clockify helps you:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Identify<\/strong> issues on time,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Allocate<\/strong> resources more efficiently, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay<\/strong> on top of your project.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, based on your past projects and data, Clockify lets you predict how much time or resources will be needed for future projects. For instance, if some task usually takes 5 hours to complete, the app will suggest the same amount of time for a similar task. The same goes for allocating team members to projects and tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What I like about Clockify forecasting is that it notifies you when you track more hours than assigned, making the forecasted line go over the estimate and turn red.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1104\" height=\"588\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Getting-alerts-in-Clockify.png\" alt=\"Getting alerts in Clockify\" class=\"wp-image-28909\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Getting-alerts-in-Clockify.png 1104w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Getting-alerts-in-Clockify-563x300.png 563w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Getting-alerts-in-Clockify-768x409.png 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Getting-alerts-in-Clockify-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1104px) 100vw, 1104px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Clockify notifies you when you track more hours than estimated<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Control project estimates with Clockify<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can set up alerts right within the app, notifying your team members about the change when the set percentage of estimated time is reached.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"543\" height=\"205\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-setting-up-project-alerts.png\" alt=\"Clockify setting up project alerts\" class=\"wp-image-28910\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-setting-up-project-alerts.png 543w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clockify-setting-up-project-alerts-18x7.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 543px) 100vw, 543px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Setting up project alerts in Clockify<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Clockify allows you to choose who\u2019ll receive alerts: admins, project managers, people added to the project, or people assigned to the task. You can send them alerts via email, but bear in mind that only verified email addresses can receive such alerts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Free trial<\/td><td>7 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheapest plan<\/td><td>3.99$ per user\/month if billed annually<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Integrations<\/td><td>80+ integrations, including QuickBooks, Wrike, Monday, ClickUp, Basecamp, Google Calendar, Outlook, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Platforms<\/td><td>Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Android, iOS<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-clockify-by-cake-com\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in Clockify by CAKE.com?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In October 2024, Clockify made sure you have even more insights into your projects\u2019 <a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/updates\/financial-planning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">financial planning<\/a>, including both income and costs. This means that you can plan your cash flow by seeing precisely how much money your projects will bring you and how much they\u2019ll actually cost you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"clockify-by-cake-com-pros\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clockify by CAKE.com pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the many good sides of using Clockify as your business forecasting solution:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can track time on an unlimited number of projects, free of charge, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The app provides detailed reporting abilities (and templates), helping you make more informed business decisions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"clockify-by-cake-com-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clockify by CAKE.com cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As for the downsides of using Clockify, I have to note that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The forecasting feature is available in paid plans only, and you can enable it by upgrading to an affordable Pro or Enterprise plan, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It doesn\u2019t offer AI-driven insights like some other apps on this list.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try Clockify by CAKE.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"2-anaplan-best-for-sales-forecasting\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anaplan.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anaplan<\/a> \u2014 best for sales forecasting<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-dashboard.jpg\" alt=\"Anaplan dashboard\" class=\"wp-image-28911\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-dashboard.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-dashboard-533x300.jpg 533w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-dashboard-1110x624.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-dashboard-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-dashboard-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Anaplan is another software used for accurate forecasting. It is suitable for large and complex projects and companies. This app specializes in complex financial forecasting and planning. For example, Anaplan\u2019s features allow you to find the best possible project outcome and ensure increased revenue.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-anaplan-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does Anaplan work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Anaplan has a rich forecasting feature that uses real-time data, <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/forecasting-models\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">modeling<\/a>, what-if scenarios, deep analytics, and more to aid in making better decisions about future projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I find it quite useful that Anaplan can help you with sales forecasting in many ways, especially using powerful what-if analytics. For instance, the green line in the screenshot below shows the quarterly target we need to reach in the next quarter, while the black line presents what we\u2019re projecting to close (given the current pipeline, close rates, velocities, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-what-if-scenarios.jpg\" alt=\"Anaplan what-if scenarios\" class=\"wp-image-28912\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-what-if-scenarios.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-what-if-scenarios-730x283.jpg 730w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-what-if-scenarios-1110x431.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-what-if-scenarios-768x298.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-what-if-scenarios-18x7.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Doing what-if scenarios in Anaplan&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Now, you can run different what-if scenarios. For instance, what happens if you adjust the Close rate from 33% to 40% for a particular stage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-what-if-scenarios-2.jpg\" alt=\"Anaplan what-if scenarios 2\" class=\"wp-image-28913\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-what-if-scenarios-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-what-if-scenarios-2-730x283.jpg 730w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-what-if-scenarios-2-1110x431.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-what-if-scenarios-2-768x298.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Anaplan-what-if-scenarios-2-18x7.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Doing what-if scenarios in Anaplan&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Later, Anaplan shows you the impact of such change by adjusting the chart in real time (the new blue line).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to this ability in Anaplan (and many others), you get to generate accurate, data-driven sales projections in real-time and improve your business decision-making.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As for the prices, you\u2019ll need to contact their support team and get an estimated cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Free trial<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheapest plan<\/td><td>Pricing available upon request<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Integrations<\/td><td>Workiva, Tableau, SnapLogic, DocuSign, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Platforms<\/td><td>Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Android, iOS<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 CLOCKIFY PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to track time within your retail business. To do so easily and properly, opt for a reliable time clock below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/retail-time-clock\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Time Clock For Retail Businesses<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-anaplan\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in Anaplan?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Anaplan releases new features and updates quite often to enhance user experience and satisfaction. Some of its latest feature updates from November 2024 include <a href=\"https:\/\/community.anaplan.com\/discussion\/159591\/november-2024-platform-releases\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">axis label formatting<\/a>. This allows you to format the label of numeric axes in charts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"anaplan-pros\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Anaplan pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the advantages of using Anaplan as your forecasting app of choice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It provides complex financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting options for your business, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It can update data in real-time across all users and departments within a company.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"anaplan-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Anaplan cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As for the downsides:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The app doesn\u2019t offer detailed reporting abilities but requires third-party integrations, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Based on user reviews, the prices sometimes range between $50,000 to $250,000 for large businesses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try an affordable Anaplan alternative<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"3-vena-best-for-excel-enthusiasts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venasolutions.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vena<\/a> \u2014 best for Excel enthusiasts&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"651\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vena-dashboard.jpg\" alt=\"Vena dashboard\" class=\"wp-image-28914\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vena-dashboard.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vena-dashboard-553x300.jpg 553w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vena-dashboard-1110x602.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vena-dashboard-768x417.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vena-dashboard-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Vena is another cloud-based platform that offers features such as financial planning and forecasting. Vena also uses familiar tools, such as Excel, to make your everyday operations smooth and easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-vena-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does Vena work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vena leverages <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/tracking-time\/avoid-spreadsheet-time-tracking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">spreadsheets<\/a> to make precise business forecasts, allowing you to work in a familiar environment. The platform enriches Excel with advanced features, such as building, editing, or sharing forecasting directly within the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I really like the templates that Vena has to offer. In fact, you can import Excel, CSV, and flat files into Vena\u2019s templates, and all changes you make there are automatically synced to Vena\u2019s central database.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, you can create charts and graphs for a more visual view of your projections and share the templates with your team members in real time, just like the one below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1174\" height=\"716\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vena-charts.png\" alt=\"Vena charts\" class=\"wp-image-28915\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vena-charts.png 1174w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vena-charts-492x300.png 492w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vena-charts-1033x630.png 1033w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vena-charts-768x468.png 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vena-charts-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1174px) 100vw, 1174px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Charts in Vena<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Still, if you\u2019d like to use Vena for your business, you\u2019ll have to contact them to get a pricing list for your specific business needs. Bear in mind that the pricing is based on the size of your organization, the features you\u2019ll need, and the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 CLOCKIFY PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn about the importance of team collaboration, especially when it comes to complex project processes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/business\/team-collaboration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Team Collaboration: Why It\u2019s Important and How to Foster It<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Free trial<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheapest plan<\/td><td>Pricing available upon request<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Integrations<\/td><td>CRM, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Microsoft 365, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Platforms<\/td><td>Web, Mac, Windows<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-vena\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in Vena?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In November 2024, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venasolutions.com\/product-release\/fy27\/winter\/customer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vena\u2019s new features<\/a> include Vena for PowerPoint multi-user support, Vena&#8217;s Pre-Configured dashboards, and new Ad Hoc reporting and analytics Excel capabilities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While Vena for PowerPoint will help you integrate Vena data and use it to create amazing real-time presentations, its new pre-configured dashboards include ready-made dashboards for profit, loss, revenue, etc. Finally, Vena\u2019s Ad Hoc reporting tool integrated with Excel offers extensive drag-and-drop abilities, Excel analytics, and direct data insertion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"vena-pros\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vena pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the benefits of using Vena:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can use it across industries, such as banking, construction, hotel and lodging, etc., and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The software integrates with several apps and systems, such as CRM, HRIS, spreadsheets, etc.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"vena-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vena cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, Vena has some downsides too, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A steep learning curve, as it may seem quite complex to set up and use, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It has no mobile apps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try an all-platform forecasting app<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"4-workday-adaptive-planning-best-for-large-companies\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workday.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Workday Adaptive Planning<\/a> \u2014 best for large companies<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"856\" height=\"537\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Workday-Adaptive-Planning-dash.jpg\" alt=\"Workday Adaptive Planning dashboard\" class=\"wp-image-28916\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Workday-Adaptive-Planning-dash.jpg 856w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Workday-Adaptive-Planning-dash-478x300.jpg 478w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Workday-Adaptive-Planning-dash-768x482.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Workday-Adaptive-Planning-dash-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 856px) 100vw, 856px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Workday Adaptive Planning is another financial management software that provides real-time data for better business decisions. Using its AI-optimized abilities, Workday Adaptive Planning allows you to detect anomalies in your daily operations while providing useful suggestions on addressing such anomalies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-workday-adaptive-planning-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does Workday Adaptive Planning work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With Workday, you and your teams can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Create<\/strong> forecasts and budgets,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make<\/strong> what-if scenarios,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Get<\/strong> visual reports, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Collaborate<\/strong> within the app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>After testing it out for a while, what I really like about this software is that you don\u2019t have to manually input data into the platform (although you can do it if that\u2019s how you prefer it) but integrate it with your familiar CRM or HR systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s say you want to create a forecast for a particular month (e.g., May), and you\u2019ll need the latest actuals (i.e., financial results of a business over a specific period) from the general ledger to do so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing you do is import the latest actuals for the previous month (April). As it integrates with HCM, ERP, CRM, and others, you can do any analyses right within the app, without any manual data collecting whatsoever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, the general ledger performs any necessary transformations to the data and then loads it into the Workday actual data set.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"454\" height=\"409\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Workday-creating-a-forecast-for-a-certain-month-1.png\" alt=\"Workday creating a forecast for a certain month \" class=\"wp-image-28917\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Workday-creating-a-forecast-for-a-certain-month-1.png 454w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Workday-creating-a-forecast-for-a-certain-month-1-333x300.png 333w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Workday-creating-a-forecast-for-a-certain-month-1-13x12.png 13w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 454px) 100vw, 454px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Preparing a financial forecast in Workday<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Now that you have your April actuals loaded, you\u2019re ready to create the May forecast. Later, all the sheets, reports, and the dashboard are immediately able to pull the May forecast data. At this point, you can revise your forecasts in light of the new actuals, without manually copy-pasting.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"595\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Workday-creting-May-forecast.jpg\" alt=\"Financial forecast in Workday\n\" class=\"wp-image-28918\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Workday-creting-May-forecast.jpg 595w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Workday-creting-May-forecast-398x300.jpg 398w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Workday-creting-May-forecast-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 595px) 100vw, 595px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Preparing a financial forecast in Workday\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This ability allows you to represent changes in the business, providing you with a continuous picture of the business to be able to respond to such changes in real time.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most software solutions from this list, Workday Adaptive Planning has no transparent pricing on its official website. In other words, you must contact their support team for a live demo and tailored cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Free trial<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheapest plan<\/td><td>Pricing available upon request<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Integrations<\/td><td>QuickBooks, Oracle NetSuite, SAP, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Platforms<\/td><td>Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, with Android and iOS supporting some features<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-workday-adaptive-planning\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in Workday Adaptive Planning?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The latest releases for 2024 include <a href=\"https:\/\/coreteamgroup.com\/workday-release-2024-r2-adaptive-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">features<\/a> for streamlining financial planning and improving user experience. You can now work directly in Excel, while Workday Adaptive Planning automatically updates all the changes. Also, the new Long-Running Processes report helps oversee bottlenecks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"workday-adaptive-planning-pros\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Workday Adaptive Planning pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the benefits of using Workday as your financial forecasting software:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It allows you to create hypothetical what-if scenarios for smarter planning and forecasting, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The app is packed with quality abilities to make your business forecasting and planning a breeze, without external software.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"workday-adaptive-planning-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Workday Adaptive Planning cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Disadvantages of the app include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It solely relies on a stable internet connection, no offline mode, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Its customer support is difficult to reach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"5-planful-best-for-advanced-forecasts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5 <a href=\"https:\/\/planful.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Planful<\/a> \u2014 best for advanced forecasts<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"605\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Planful-dashboard.jpg\" alt=\"Planful dashboard\" class=\"wp-image-28919\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Planful-dashboard.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Planful-dashboard-595x300.jpg 595w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Planful-dashboard-1110x560.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Planful-dashboard-768x387.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Planful-dashboard-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Planful is a business planning software that automatizes manual processes and helps you make data-driven decisions. This forecast app also allows you to collaborate easily and use built-in templates for planning, budgeting, and financial forecasting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-planful-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does Planful work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Planful also integrates with familiar systems, such as ERP, spreadsheets, and others, gathering data for its centralized platform. This way, you get the latest information on a single platform and reduce manual effort to a minimum.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The software also allows you to collaborate with budget owners within the app, so you don\u2019t have to use other communication channels and expose your business to safety risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The people behind Planful state that relying solely on past data for future forecasts is \u201cno longer enough.\u201d That\u2019s why they introduced Driver-based planning (DBP) as an approach to Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&amp;A).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This method helps you easily identify your company\u2019s key business and value drivers \u2014 making calculated business decisions according to those drivers. Some business driver examples include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Market size and growth,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Net dollar retention rate,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Average sales price, and others.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, using these drivers, we can calculate and forecast annual communication, travel expenses, office supply costs, etc., as shown in the screenshot below.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"527\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Planful-business-drivers.jpg\" alt=\"Planful business drivers\" class=\"wp-image-28920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Planful-business-drivers.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Planful-business-drivers-683x300.jpg 683w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Planful-business-drivers-1110x487.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Planful-business-drivers-768x337.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Planful-business-drivers-18x8.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Business drivers in Planful<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Then, by looking at budget variances, we can later understand the proper performance drivers behind those variances.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All this makes Planful an advanced budgeting and forecasting software that helps you stay ahead in a competitive market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll need to contact their support team for a live demo and pricing based on your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Free trial<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheapest plan<\/td><td>Pricing available upon request<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Integrations<\/td><td>Google Drive, Boomi, ADP, Oracle, Acumatica, Paylocity, Excel, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Platforms<\/td><td>Web, Mac, Windows, Android, iOS<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try an affordable Planful alternative<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-planful\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in Planful?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/help.planful.com\/docs\/dec2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">latest product release<\/a> happened in November 2024. The app introduced a new comments feature for Cascade Reports, allowing you to add, save, and retain comments. Also, the app now integrates with Power BI, allowing you to create analytics and reports based on your data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"planful-pros\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Planful pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Planful is a quality financial forecasting software that has many advantages, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The app reduces manual effort and automates processes such as data consolidation and reporting, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It enables real-time collaboration within the app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"planful-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Planful cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the downsides of using Planful include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No desktop app, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The software relies solely on a stable internet connection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"6-cube-best-for-mid-market-businesses\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#6 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesoftware.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cube<\/a> \u2014 best for mid-market businesses<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1079\" height=\"975\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Cube-dashboard.jpg\" alt=\"Cube dashboard\" class=\"wp-image-28921\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Cube-dashboard.jpg 1079w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Cube-dashboard-332x300.jpg 332w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Cube-dashboard-697x630.jpg 697w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Cube-dashboard-768x694.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Cube-dashboard-13x12.jpg 13w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1079px) 100vw, 1079px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Cube is another app that offers extensive business projecting abilities. It\u2019s a cloud-based Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&amp;A) app that helps you create accurate forecasts to identify trends and make more informed decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-cube-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does Cube work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First off, Cube lets you use familiar tools, such as spreadsheets or Excel, for data processing. Cube successfully combines these tools with its built-in features, like advanced forecasting, within a single platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After you integrate spreadsheets or Excel with the app, Cube can use past data (revenue, <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/managing-tasks\/expense-tracking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">expenses<\/a>, etc.) to predict future trends.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What I find quite useful while testing the app is that you can run what-if scenarios by changing variables and instantly seeing the impact of such changes. For instance, you can create scenarios such as increasing prices and reducing <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/labor-based-pricing-cost-calculator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">labor costs<\/a> and total costs to see how such changes can influence your business operations in a hypothetical scenario.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1056\" height=\"878\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Cube-what-if-scenarios.jpg\" alt=\"Cube what if scenarios\" class=\"wp-image-28922\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Cube-what-if-scenarios.jpg 1056w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Cube-what-if-scenarios-361x300.jpg 361w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Cube-what-if-scenarios-758x630.jpg 758w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Cube-what-if-scenarios-768x639.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Cube-what-if-scenarios-14x12.jpg 14w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1056px) 100vw, 1056px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Creating what-if scenarios in Cube<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>After you change variables, the app immediately shows you a scenario that might happen accordingly. This way, you can reduce uncertainty in your business planning and react to changes more efficiently.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s more, Cube advocates for <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/team-collaboration-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">team collaboration<\/a>, allowing multiple people to work on the forecast in real time and automatically updating all changes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As with Anaplan and many other apps on my list, Cube doesn\u2019t offer transparent pricing on its website. In fact, you need to contact their support team to get a live demo and cost estimate, which I found off-putting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Free trial<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheapest plan<\/td><td>Pricing available upon request<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Integrations<\/td><td>Salesforce, HubSpot, Netsuite, Sage, Pipedrive, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Platforms<\/td><td>Web, Mac, Windows<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-cube\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in Cube?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As of November 2024, you can enjoy a faster <a href=\"https:\/\/help.cubesoftware.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/29557055218708-2024-Product-updates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google Sheets and Cube experience<\/a>. The app has improved its speed, especially when it comes to generating data, reports, and others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"cube-pros\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cube pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The advantages of using Cube as your project forecasting solution:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The app makes your data processing easy as it integrates with familiar software such as Google Sheets or Excel, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can use the app\u2019s advanced forecasting functionalities for accurate predictions and effective project planning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"cube-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cube cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, here are some downsides of using Cube:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you\u2019re not a fan of spreadsheets, you\u2019ll have a hard time using the app since it relies on them, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The platform requires a lot of time and training for it to be implemented properly.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try out a Cube alternative<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"7-netsuite-best-for-detailed-business-reporting\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.netsuite.com\/portal\/home.shtml?noredirect=T\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NetSuite<\/a> \u2014 best for detailed business reporting&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"796\" height=\"367\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Netsuite-dash.jpg\" alt=\"Netsuite dashboard\" class=\"wp-image-28923\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Netsuite-dash.jpg 796w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Netsuite-dash-651x300.jpg 651w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Netsuite-dash-768x354.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Netsuite-dash-18x8.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 796px) 100vw, 796px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>NetSuite is an AI-powered business management software that offers financial management, CRM, business forecasting, and more features. The software helps businesses predict market trends and plan budgets, relying on, again, current data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-netsuite-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does NetSuite work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>NetSuite\u2019s powerful software can provide your business with future projections that may help you adapt to changes quickly and safely. Its AI-powered abilities may identify current trends, providing solutions that can improve your forecasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This forecast app also offers <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/business\/team-collaboration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">team collaboration<\/a> within the app for an extra layer of security \u2014 no need for an external collaboration app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I mostly liked its analytics and reporting capabilities, referred to as NetSuite SuiteAnalytics. NetSuite offers dozens of pre-built reports to review, present, and analyze your company\u2019s data. Another thing I was amazed by is that the app allows you to choose how you want to filter your financial reports, either by class, department, location, etc.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"972\" height=\"498\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/NetSuite-reports.jpg\" alt=\"NetSuite reports\" class=\"wp-image-28924\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/NetSuite-reports.jpg 972w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/NetSuite-reports-586x300.jpg 586w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/NetSuite-reports-768x393.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/NetSuite-reports-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 972px) 100vw, 972px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Generating reports in NetSuite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>For this purpose, I chose to generate a report by the whole department to show the departmental breakdown of all <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/business\/kpi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">key performance indicators<\/a>, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sales,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discounts,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gross profit, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply choose a timeframe in the menu bar below and select a column \u2014 in this case, <em>Department<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Later, you can export the report in either PDF, CSV, or Word format or share it with your team members with a few clicks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>NetSuite reports provide better insights into your business operations and financial performance to improve your decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, this forecasting solution doesn\u2019t offer direct access to their pricing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Free trial<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheapest plan<\/td><td>Pricing available upon request<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Integrations<\/td><td>Shopify, PayPal, Stripe, QuickBooks, HubSpot, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Platforms<\/td><td>Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Android, iOS<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-netsuite\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in NetSuite?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A new <a href=\"https:\/\/go.netsuite.com\/LP=21098?leadsource=Webinar_Horiz_2024Release2Preview_OD_Web_0724\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NetSuite 2024 Release 2<\/a> can help you run your business more efficiently by getting more accurate forecasts and controlling costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"netsuite-pros\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">NetSuite pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>NetSuite comes with some great advantages, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Live 24\/7 chat support, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rich reporting abilities, including built-in reporting tools and real-time analytics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"netsuite-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">NetSuite cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some downsides of using NetSuite:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Even though there\u2019s no pricing list available on their website, users claim it\u2019s one of the most expensive business solutions out there, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The interface is difficult to understand, non-intuitive, and cumbersome.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try an intuitive alternative<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"8-board-best-for-predictive-analytics\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#8 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.board.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Board<\/a> \u2014 best for predictive analytics<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-dashboard.jpg\" alt=\"Board dashboard\" class=\"wp-image-28925\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-dashboard.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-dashboard-533x300.jpg 533w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-dashboard-1110x624.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-dashboard-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-dashboard-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Board is a reliable software that uses automation to help organizations create <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/help\/projects\/forecast-project-budget\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">project budgets<\/a>, plans, and forecasts. It also lets you streamline reporting and run monthly forecasts, all while ensuring data accuracy in real time.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-board-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does Board work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like some of the apps from this list, Board also gathers data from multiple sources, such as ERP, CRM, and others.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also offers scenario analyses, giving you a clear idea of what some financial changes might look like in a hypothetical scenario. This can help you make more precise and safe forecasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What I found very practical when testing the app is its Strategic planning ability. This function allows you to create strategic goals and initiatives aligned to the timeframe by visualizing them on a <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/gantt-chart-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gantt chart<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"587\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-Gantt-chart.jpg\" alt=\"Board Gantt chart\" class=\"wp-image-28927\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-Gantt-chart.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-Gantt-chart-613x300.jpg 613w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-Gantt-chart-1110x543.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-Gantt-chart-768x376.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-Gantt-chart-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Strategic planning visualized in Gantt charts using Board\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Then, you can use scenario modeling to run what-if analysis to explore multiple options and assumptions for the strategic plan. Once you choose a scenario, you can, for instance, use it to see your yearly budget with cascading targets for revenue and profitability, as shown in the screenshot below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1162\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-strategic-planning.jpg\" alt=\"Board strategic planning\" class=\"wp-image-28926\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-strategic-planning.jpg 1162w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-strategic-planning-559x300.jpg 559w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-strategic-planning-1110x596.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-strategic-planning-768x412.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Board-strategic-planning-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1162px) 100vw, 1162px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Running what-if scenarios in Board\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Thanks to Board, you can make your business operate with greater agility, higher efficiency, and sustainable growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No disclosed prices for this business forecasting software either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Free trial<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheapest plan<\/td><td>Pricing available upon request<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Integrations<\/td><td>Salesforce, NetSuite, Workday, Looker, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Platforms<\/td><td>Web, Windows, Android, iOS<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 CLOCKIFY PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking of goals, here\u2019s a practical text that can help you distinguish different types of goals and help you easily achieve them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/productivity\/types-of-goals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Different Types of Goals and How to Achieve Them&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-board\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in Board?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In July 2024, the <a href=\"https:\/\/help.board.com\/docs\/whats-new-in-board-14-release\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">new Board 14.1<\/a> was released, providing a more intuitive design and a completely new user interface, among other things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"board-pros\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Board pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the most notable upsides of this app:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It gathers data from other familiar systems into a single platform, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It provides team collaboration within the app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"board-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Board cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, there are some things that need improvement, in my opinion:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The software is a bit complicated to grasp, especially for beginners, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are no transparent prices on their websites, but according to other sources, Board is quite costly, especially for smaller companies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try affordable forecasting software<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-is-business-forecasting-software\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is business forecasting software?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Forecasting software is a <strong>specialized tool that assists managers and team members in forecasting the future conditions of their business<\/strong>. These tools use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ibm.com\/think\/topics\/predictive-analytics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">predictive analytics<\/a> to help managers see and anticipate what will happen next regarding their business, whether it be the future of sales, finances, or projects.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some businesses that use forecasting tools include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Finance,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Construction,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sales,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Energy production,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automotive,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aerospace,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Software companies, etc.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, financial forecasting software gives managers insight into certain numbers they couldn\u2019t usually obtain otherwise.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, truly excellent forecasting software can predict your company&#8217;s future state and the success of your projects based on the data and facts you have obtained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 CLOCKIFY PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to find out more about forecasting in project management specifically, you can read our blog post:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/business\/project-forecasting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What is Forecasting in Project Management? Basics Explained<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"features-to-look-for-in-a-forecasting-tool\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Features to look for in a forecasting tool<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s go over all of the essential features that business forecasting software should possess while you\u2019re looking for the best one for your company:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gantt chart view<\/strong> \u2014 A bar chart that gives you a graphic representation of your tasks and activities. Usually, it consists of a list of activities on the left and a visual representation of those activities (a chart or a time scale) on the right side. With a glance at a chart, you get a better insight into tasks and their completion dates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Analytics and reporting<\/strong> \u2014 A good business forecasting tool should enable you to track and analyze your team\u2019s performance. This allows you to <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/managing-teams\/team-productivity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see how productive your team is on a project<\/a> and whether team members require additional training in certain areas. Furthermore, thanks to detailed reporting, managers can regularly update clients on an ongoing project.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Task management<\/strong> \u2014 One of the most demanding things a manager may encounter is definitely task <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/managing-teams\/give-assignments\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">delegation<\/a>. If not done and tracked correctly \u2014 forecasts may be wrong, and your team may delay the final product&#8217;s delivery, resulting in dissatisfied clients.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Planning and scheduling<\/strong> \u2014 Suitable planning and <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/project-scheduling-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scheduling<\/a> features allow you to detect changes in real time and improve the accuracy of your forecasts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time tracking<\/strong> \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/tracking-time\/time-tracking-in-project-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Time tracking<\/a> is a significant feature of a forecasting tool, and <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/time-management-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">time management<\/a> is essential to successful forecasting. Managers must ensure that they allot enough time to each task and that everything runs smoothly.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kanban boards <\/strong>\u2014<strong> <\/strong>A <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/project-management\/kanban-project-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kanban<\/a> is a visual depiction of every stage of your projects. It uses cards to represent tasks and assignments and columns to represent every stage of your plan execution.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Integration with other tools<\/strong> \u2014 A forecasting tool should also have seamless and easy third-party integrations with other apps like email, Google Calendar, file storage apps, team chat apps, and others.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"use-clockify-to-plan-and-schedule-your-projects-efficiently\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use Clockify to plan and schedule your projects efficiently<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Business forecasting is becoming an irreplaceable tool in organizations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a time management tool like Clockify by CAKE.com, you can instantly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get better at financial planning,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Become more accurate in timekeeping and scheduling, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visualize project progress for teams of any size.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sign up for Clockify<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With Clockify under your belt, you can easily predict whether future projects will pan out \u2014 or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any questions regarding using Clockify, feel free to check out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blog<\/a> (amazing texts on different subjects, such as productivity, time tracking, remote work, app reviews, and many others), and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/help\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Help pages<\/a> (detailed texts and instructions on how to use all Clockify\u2019s features).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also contact <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/help\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">customer support<\/a>, which is always at your disposal and will answer your questions in the shortest time possible).<em>&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To run projects and predict the successful completion of tasks, get a piece of project forecasting software that actually does what it\u2019s supposed to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get started with Clockify<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn about the most popular business forecasting software for 2025 and improve your business operations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":33,"featured_media":28931,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-17095","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-apps-tools"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17095","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/33"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17095"}],"version-history":[{"count":100,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17095\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":36974,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17095\/revisions\/36974"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/28931"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17095"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17095"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17095"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}