IBM Planning Analytics vs QlikView comparison

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The compared IBM and Qlik solutions aren't in the same category. IBM is ranked #5 in BPM , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 4.0% mindshare in the category. Qlik is ranked #13 in RT , with an average rating of 8.3, and holds a 3.5% mindshare. Additionally, 93% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 92% of Qlik users who would recommend it.

IBM Planning Analytics

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93% willing to recommend

QlikView

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6,639 Comparison Views

92% willing to recommend

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Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

ROI

Sentiment score

7.5

IBM Planning Analytics boosts ROI with faster budgeting, enhanced data analysis, cost savings, and efficient decision-making through automation.

Sentiment score

6.4

QlikView ROI appears through time savings, decision-making improvements, and efficient deployment, despite licensing complexity impacting perception.

Since using this tool, I can now make decisions faster, even when there is just a small change in the data.

Gladys Njeri

Key Account Manager at DHL

We see a return on investment with IBM Planning Analytics as we are able to forecast the budget for the entire year with significant time saving.

Dalvi Raghuram

IT Technician at HCLSoftware

I have seen a return on investment such as a thirty percent increase in efficiency.

JohnBosco Obi

Data Analyst at Africa Initiative

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The biggest return on investment is the time saving for the customer.

Morne Ayres

Managing Director at Hurricnae

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Customer Service

Sentiment score

7.2

IBM Planning Analytics' customer service is effective and proactive but could improve in response times and pricing. Ratings: 7-9/10.

Sentiment score

6.1

QlikView's customer support is highly rated, with quick responses, a helpful community, and generally strong availability despite geographic factors.

We have a multi-level support system, with the initial level handled by the company we bought the license from and subsequent support from IBM.

reviewer1517922

Responsable B.I at a retailer with 51-200 employees

Instead, we rely on third-party partners recognized by IBM, who provide cost-effective support.

Ayman Alshabani

Financial Performance Manager at a retailer with 1,001-5,000 employees

The customer support for IBM Planning Analytics is very responsive and supportive 24/7.

Gladys Njeri

Key Account Manager at DHL

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I would rate the customer support a solid 10.

Morne Ayres

Managing Director at Hurricnae

I am totally satisfied with technical support from Qlik.

Srdjan Grbic

Financial Controller with task of Business Intelligence Implementation at a wholesaler/distributor with 1,001-5,000 employees

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Scalability Issues

Sentiment score

8.0

IBM Planning Analytics is highly scalable, supporting large user volumes, with scalability dependent on RAM and hardware alignment.

Sentiment score

7.0

QlikView scales well with efficient resource management, but superior scalability features are found in Qlik Sense, requiring robust infrastructure.

It handles literally every single data we give to it without lagging or crashing.

JohnBosco Obi

Data Analyst at Africa Initiative

Scalability is quite hard to implement in TM1, largely since the on-premise installation chosen back in 2014.

reviewer1517922

Responsable B.I at a retailer with 51-200 employees

Scalability is straightforward but it is pricey since it's a SaaS model priced per user.

Ayman Alshabani

Financial Performance Manager at a retailer with 1,001-5,000 employees

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If you want better performance with a larger volume of data, you can simply add an additional server.

Srdjan Grbic

Financial Controller with task of Business Intelligence Implementation at a wholesaler/distributor with 1,001-5,000 employees

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Stability Issues

Sentiment score

8.0

IBM Planning Analytics is highly stable, efficiently managing large data volumes, with support resolving occasional technical issues.

Sentiment score

7.7

Users rate QlikView's stability highly, with issues mainly due to infrastructure or large data, resolved with hardware tweaks.

The performance of IBM Planning Analytics has always been fast and reliable for my needs, even when dealing with huge volumes of data.

Gladys Njeri

Key Account Manager at DHL

This stability is really important as we use it for budget calculation, which is time-consuming.

reviewer1517922

Responsable B.I at a retailer with 51-200 employees

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Room For Improvement

IBM Planning Analytics requires improvements in usability, integration, affordability, visualization, speed, data extraction, templates, and mobile support.

QlikView needs a more intuitive interface, better scalability, integration, predictive analytics, and cost-effective licensing for improved user experience.

The abundance of features results in complexity, requiring strict guidelines for developers to ensure simplistic approaches are adhered to.

reviewer1517922

Responsable B.I at a retailer with 51-200 employees

IBM's visualization needs significant improvement.

Ayman Alshabani

Financial Performance Manager at a retailer with 1,001-5,000 employees

IBM Planning Analytics does not work offline, which makes it difficult for me and my team to work or gather required data when we do not have an internet connection.

Gladys Njeri

Key Account Manager at DHL

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In QlikView, I believe the improvement that should be made is to bring the costs down, as you'll have to be competitive with Power BI, aiming for at least a 30% reduction to stop the hemorrhaging to Power BI.

Morne Ayres

Managing Director at Hurricnae

It would be beneficial to have AI or ML features in QlikView.

Srdjan Grbic

Financial Controller with task of Business Intelligence Implementation at a wholesaler/distributor with 1,001-5,000 employees

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Setup Cost

IBM Planning Analytics is costly but valued for ROI, with pricing aligning to enterprise standards and cheaper SaaS models available.

QlikView pricing is variable and can be costly, but strategic planning can maximize ROI for organizations.

TM1 is quite expensive, and I'd rate the pricing as an eight out of ten.

reviewer1517922

Responsable B.I at a retailer with 51-200 employees

While IBM's solutions were costly before, the introduction of SaaS models has reduced prices significantly.

Ayman Alshabani

Financial Performance Manager at a retailer with 1,001-5,000 employees

Regarding pricing, the cost is high compared to the competitors of IBM Planning Analytics.

JohnBosco Obi

Data Analyst at Africa Initiative

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The license cost per user or per year for QlikView is about 500 Euros annually.

Morne Ayres

Managing Director at Hurricnae

I would rate the pricing for QlikView as not cheap, but it is reasonable.

Srdjan Grbic

Financial Controller with task of Business Intelligence Implementation at a wholesaler/distributor with 1,001-5,000 employees

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Valuable Features

IBM Planning Analytics enhances decision-making with real-time data integration, Excel compatibility, centralized management, automation, and strong security.

QlikView offers powerful data analysis with dynamic dashboards, intuitive interface, and rapid visualization for enhanced business performance and insights.

Its stability helps controllers win time in their planning processes.

reviewer1517922

Responsable B.I at a retailer with 51-200 employees

It also integrates machine learning and AI engines, enabling us to use algorithms for inventory forecasting which optimizes our inventory and replenishment rates.

Ayman Alshabani

Financial Performance Manager at a retailer with 1,001-5,000 employees

The scenario modeling feature in IBM Planning Analytics is probably the most robust planning and forecasting solution we use, especially for what-if scenarios.

Gladys Njeri

Key Account Manager at DHL

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The best features in QlikView are rapid development, the fact that I can do what I want in QlikView, and full control along with ease of use.

Morne Ayres

Managing Director at Hurricnae

Building metrics using simple language, similar to what you have in Excel, is what I have found most valuable in QlikView.

Srdjan Grbic

Financial Controller with task of Business Intelligence Implementation at a wholesaler/distributor with 1,001-5,000 employees

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Planning Analytics

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Business Performance Management (5th)

QlikView

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

163

Ranking in other categories

Reporting (13th), Embedded BI (7th)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Business Intelligence solutions, they serve different purposes. IBM Planning Analytics is designed for Business Performance Management and holds a mindshare of 4.0%, down 8.0% compared to last year.
QlikView, on the other hand, focuses on Reporting, holds 3.5% mindshare, down 4.4% since last year.

Business Performance Management Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
IBM Planning Analytics	4.0%
Anaplan	5.8%
Workday Adaptive Planning	5.6%
Other	84.6%

Business Performance Management

Reporting Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
QlikView	3.5%
Tableau Enterprise	13.7%
Microsoft Power BI	12.7%
Other	70.1%

Reporting

Featured Reviews

Gladys Njeri

Key Account Manager at DHL

Data-driven planning has transformed financial decisions and now saves major reporting time

IBM Planning Analytics helps with collaboration between teams by allowing us to gather data from various departments, analyze it, and collaborate on the data to make data-driven decisions between different departments easily. As I mentioned previously, I mainly use IBM Planning Analytics to visualize the existing data to generate meaningful report dashboards and use it during stakeholder meetings to arrive at the right decision. The best features IBM Planning Analytics offers include budgeting, forecasting, and what-if scenario analysis. The scenario modeling feature in IBM Planning Analytics is probably the most robust planning and forecasting solution we use, especially for what-if scenarios, where we are able to forecast using Watson Studio, which helps in better prediction. I really appreciate the Excel integration in IBM Planning Analytics because it keeps things familiar and adds more power.

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Srdjan Grbic

Financial Controller with task of Business Intelligence Implementation at a wholesaler/distributor with 1,001-5,000 employees

Daily invoice analytics has become streamlined and complex data modeling is now simplified

We are not using analytics features and possibly predictive analytics and forecasting features in QlikView, although they are available. QlikView is very flexible, but we are currently using only tabular presentation of data because that is what we need. Presenting a large volume of data in QlikView with graphics can be overwhelming for the majority of people who want to see a lot of information in one picture. It would be beneficial to have AI or ML features in QlikView. However, I think they will decommission QlikView, and AI features are already available in Qlik Sense, so you would need to migrate to that platform.

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Senior Manager - BI Head with 5,001-10,000 employees

Feb 4, 2015

Comparison of SAP BO, Tableau, QlikView, Cognos, Microsoft, OBIEE and Pentaho

1. SAP BO/BI Enterprise scalability Security Ease of use Semantic layer 2. Tableau Visualization Data discovery Turnaround time 3. IBM Cognos Enterprise scalability Security In-memory feature 4. MS BI - Flexibility 5. Pentaho - Open source but still enterprise grade 6. QlikView Data…

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

15%

Retailer

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Outsourcing Company

Financial Services Firm

14%

Construction Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	18
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	18

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	73
Midsize Enterprise	36
Large Enterprise	76

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IBM Planning Analytics?

Regarding pricing, the cost is high compared to the competitors of IBM Planning Analytics, but given that we as an organization already use IBM, we decided to go for IBM Planning Analytics. We did ...

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What needs improvement with IBM Planning Analytics?

I have found that IBM Planning Analytics is flexible in the sense that you can customize the platform, customize calculations, and customize your models. However, your ability to do that when you w...

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What is your primary use case for IBM Planning Analytics?

We rely on IBM Planning Analytics for our monthly forecast because it is modular, making it essential for tracking and managing our monthly, quarterly, and yearly forecasts. We use it mostly for fo...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for QlikView?

I would rate the pricing for QlikView as not cheap, but it is reasonable.

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What needs improvement with QlikView?

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What is your primary use case for QlikView?

The primary use case involves analyzing data on a daily invoice level with QlikView. Building metrics using simple language, similar to what you have in Excel, is what I have found most valuable in...

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Comparisons

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Compared 7% of the time

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Compared 5% of the time

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Microsoft Power BI vs QlikView

Compared 13% of the time

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Compared 12% of the time

Amazon QuickSight vs QlikView

Compared 4% of the time

Oracle OBIEE vs QlikView

Compared 3% of the time

Zendesk vs QlikView

Compared 3% of the time

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Also Known As

Cognos TM1, IBM Cognos TM1

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Overview

IBM Planning Analytics offers a robust planning, budgeting, and forecasting platform powered by TM1 technologies, integrating with Excel while offering real-time calculations, data governance, and security.

Supporting flexible scenario modeling and forecasting, IBM Planning Analytics enhances planning processes via machine learning, real-time data calculations, and meaningful collaboration. In-memory processing and data slicing boost automation, reduces errors, and increase performance, while the centralized database facilitates secure and governed data management. Sandbox environments assist users in testing scenarios, and integration with Excel is crucial for financial planning and resource allocation.

What are the key features of IBM Planning Analytics?

TM1 Perspective Client: Integrated Excel-like interface for a familiar user experience.
Centralized Database: Provides robust and secure data management capabilities.
Sandbox Environments: Enables scenario testing without impacting live data.
Real-Time Calculations: Offers immediate data processing and analysis.
Excel Integration: Provides seamless transition and collaboration for planning tasks.

Which benefits and ROI should users consider?

Collaboration: Enhances teamwork in decision-making processes.
Automation: Streamlines processes, reduces errors, and accelerates tasks.
Data Governance: Ensures data security and compliance.
Performance: Faster processing through in-memory technology.
Scenario Modeling: Allows comprehensive comparisons for effective planning.

In multiple industries, IBM Planning Analytics is key in supporting budgeting, planning, and forecasting efforts. Financial services use it for cash flow modeling and resource allocation, while manufacturing sectors benefit from its dashboard-driven data visualization capabilities. Businesses utilize its robust reporting and real-time analysis functionalities to manage resources and assess future risks effectively.

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QlikView enhances data analysis with its associative data model and rapid in-memory processing, providing dynamic dashboards and robust visualization, while efficient data integration allows connections to multiple sources.

QlikView offers powerful analytics and insight generation capabilities through its integration with Salesforce, enabling real-time sales data access. Its customizable dashboards are complemented by scripting for complex calculations and QVDs for performance optimization. Designed to be user-friendly, it supports ETL processes and diverse data browsing, allowing users to interact with data intuitively. However, there is room for improving licensing complexities, scalability, and self-service functionality. Additional enhancements are desired in visualization, integration with Qlik Sense, and predictive analytics support.

What are QlikView's key features?

Data Integration: Connects seamlessly with multiple data sources for diverse data access.
Associative Data Model: Enhances data discovery and analysis.
In-memory Technology: Offers rapid data processing for efficient analysis.
Customization Options: Allows personalized dashboards and visualizations.
Salesforce Integration: Provides real-time access to sales data.
Scripting Capabilities: Facilitates complex calculations and analytics.
QVD Performance: Optimizes data loading and processing speeds.

What benefits should you look for in QlikView reviews?

Enhanced Data Access: Seamless integration allows widespread data connectivity.
Rapid Insights: In-memory technology speeds up analysis.
Flexible Customization: Tools enable tailored visualizations.
User-friendly Interaction: Non-technical users can navigate data easily.

QlikView finds use in building business intelligence dashboards across sectors, integrating with Salesforce for analytics, supporting financial planning, and tracking sales. Its intuitive interface aids manufacturing companies in KPI monitoring and informs commercial decisions. The tool enhances reporting, ETL processes, and diverse data source integration, facilitating offline data access.

Qlik

Sample Customers

ManpowerGroup, Convergys, AIG, Orchard Brands, Citibank, InterGen, Northwestern University, EF Education First, Ironside, Bazan Group, CSOB Insurance, Macquarie Group, Charles Stanley, SATO, Government of Sint Maarten, BMW Financial Services

Canon, Gatorade, Amcor, Panasonic, Fila, Cambridge University Hospitals, Global Retail Bank, North Yorkshire Police department, Lanoo Group Publishers, and AonGroep Nederland.

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