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2025 Gartner® report: How to Begin Defining Financial Planning Software Requirements

Start strong with your financial planning software selection. Discover how to identify key requirements, steer clear of common pitfalls, and set the stage for success.

Read the Gartner® report to:

  • Engage the right stakeholders from the start
  • Ensure alignment between Finance and business teams
  • Prioritize features that drive adoption and long-term value
  • Avoid costly software selection mistakes
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Get the report: Explore smarter FP&A software selection

Choosing the right financial planning software is a key opportunity for Finance teams to elevate their impact across the business. In fact, Gartner® recently ranked financial planning software as “the fifth most valued tool in the finance technology stack.”¹ With the right foundation, organizations can unlock smarter planning, better collaboration, and greater agility.

This Gartner report offers a step-by-step approach to defining financial planning software requirements that support both Finance objectives and broader business needs. It encourages a forward-looking mindset—moving beyond legacy data modeling and emphasizing internal leadership over vendor-driven design.

At Jedox, we believe that looking to vendors named as Leaders in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Financial Planning Software—like Jedox was—can help organizations streamline their evaluation process. In the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Financial Planning Software, every vendor is recognized for their ability to execute and completeness of vision. For teams building out their requirements, we feel this makes for a strong starting point when creating a shortlist.

Ultimately, by involving the right stakeholders early and focusing on the real-world needs of end users, FP&A leaders can create the conditions for long-term success. Whether you’re beginning your evaluation or refining your approach, this guide will help you set priorities and build a strong path forward.

Enjoy complimentary access to the full report and take the first step with confidence.

Contents
  • Overview
  • Introduction
  • Analysis
  • Evidence

¹ Gartner, How to Begin Defining Financial Planning Software Requirements, Matthew Mowrey, 8 January 2025

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