Anaplan for Airlines & Aviation

Prepare for the unexpected and position yourself for growth with Anaplan. Agile decision-making for the aviation industry is a must have. As a purpose-built platform, connecting people, data, and plans, Anaplan delivers a unified real-time environment to optimise planning and data-driven decision-making.

In an industry driven by changing consumer preferences, increased expectations of sustainability, complex networks and rapidly shifting developments, the airline and aviation sector thrives on agile adaptation, streamlined operations and predictive insights. Fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement is key to staying ahead in this highly competitive industry.

Anaplan provides a platform to deliver fast, accurate forecasts, despite extreme variability, and helps leaders leverage the data and in a more strategic and structured way.

Anaplan gives you real-time, comprehensive visibility into metrics and KPIs. Rapidly identify issues, adjust strategies, and enhance overall agility. Automation features help detect and manage errors, reducing the impact of errors compared to using traditional spreadsheets and the limited financial planning they allow.

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Operational streamlining

Drive down costs by optimising every aspect of your operations, optimising parts inventory for aircraft maintenance, managing in-flight amenities and supplies, or even streamlining catering operations. Anticipate disruptions with what-if analysis to improve flight punctuality and customer satisfaction scores.

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Planning agility

Adjust plans quickly, in reaction to the continually evolving aviation market trends, shifts in demand, fluctuating fuel prices or regulatory changes. Anaplan ensures seamless alignment between departments, fostering agile decision-making and operational adaptability in the face of industry challenges.

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Sustainability initiatives

With Anaplan, airlines can identify eco-friendly flight paths, and amplify transparency in operations, championing ethical and green aviation practices. By implementing sustainability initiatives and working towards carbon neutral operations will not only reduce the environmental impact, but also appeal to environmentally-conscious travellers.

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Workforce planning

With Anaplan, you can optimise your crew scheduling and ensure that they are deployed and are available where they are needed most. Given the critical nature of safety in the aviation industry, Anaplan supports airlines in managing and monitoring safety protocols, training, and compliance.

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Workforce planning

Financial planning, budgeting and forecasting

Financial planning, budgeting and forecasting

By investing in Anaplan, leaders in the aviation industry can optimise maintenance schedules, reduce operational disruptions, and even enhance fuel efficiency. By embracing data analytics, airlines can gain deeper insights into consumer preferences, optimise pricing strategies and offer even more personalised experiences.
Gatwick Airport Bedford Consulting Customer
“Passenger forecasting is at the centre of everything we do, and with Anaplan, we now have the potential to run intricate scenarios in a matter of seconds. Anaplan will also provide greater robustness and the integrity of data we desire.”
David Harpur, Head of Sales & Operations Planning, Gatwick Airport
Brussels Airlines Bedford Customer
“Anaplan has changed the way we work, with ease of use and greater flexibility. Since using Anaplan, we cannot imagine going back to the previous set up, we are extremely satisfied.”
Vanessa Rentiers, VP Controlling & Business Intelligence, Brussels Airlines

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With certified expertise across all eight functional and industry specialisations, our consultants are considered world-leading experts. This certification recognises our ability to drive high-value transformation and deliver exceptional customer success. We have been recognised as Anaplan EMEA Partner of the Year every year since its inception in 2015.

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