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Extended Planning & Analysis (xP&A) with SOLUTION4

Overview: xP&A in Solution4

Solution4 is a powerful, comprehensive xP&A (extended planning and analysis) software solution for corporate planning, analysis, and reporting that integrates all areas of the business. The xP&A solution replaces traditional annual planning processes with rolling forecasts and simulations in near real time – fast, flexible, and integrated across many business functions (finance, production, sales, purchasing, human resources, etc.).


The solution combines extended planning and analysis (xP&A) with sustainability and ESG (environment, social, governance). It links traditional business perspectives with environmental and social performance (triple bottom line) and meets regulatory requirements such as EU taxonomy, CSRD, and others.


As comprehensive xP&A software, Solution4 offers modules for integrated financial planning, operational control, strategic management, forecasting, predictive analytics, group consolidation, data integration, simulation, analysis, reporting, self-service BI, and collaborative work. AEP Solution4 reduces effort, automates processes, increases the speed and accuracy of planning, and enhances flexibility in the face of changing market and regulatory requirements.

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The Modules
Each module is fully integrated, can be introduced step by step, and supports holistic, flexible control and planning with a powerful xP&A solution for companies of all sizes.
Integrated Financial Planning

All financial data (P&L, cash flow, balance sheet) is seamlessly linked to operational planning. Changes in sales, production, human resources, etc. have an immediate impact on the financial level. The xP&A software enables precise budgeting, scenario management, and quick adjustments.

Operational Planning and Management

Coverage of all areas: cost accounting, cost center planning, product costing, sales and distribution planning, conditions management, production, purchasing, and logistics planning, investment and financing planning, and personnel cost planning. Bottlenecks and resources are identified and optimized.

Strategic Management

Definition, monitoring, and adjustment of strategic corporate goals. Extended planning and analysis software supports analyses that reveal opportunities and strengthen competitiveness.

Forecasting & Predictive Analytics

Historical data is used to identify trends and make accurate forecasts. The xP&A solution enables early detection of changes and confident, timely decisions.

Corporate Consolidation

Fully integrated consolidation accounting at group level: financial and operational data are merged and standardized.

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Data integration and consolidation

Integration of data from different systems to create a consolidated, uniform database. Facilitates the consolidation and evaluation of company-wide information.

Collaboration and Communication

Promotion of cross-team collaboration and information sharing. Joint work on plans and analyses, always up-to-date knowledge for all involved.

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Global Simulation

Changes in prices, personnel costs, quantities, etc. are quickly recalculated down to the detail level and the effects are made immediately visible. Helps to quickly evaluate scenarios and make informed decisions.

Analysis, Reporting and Selfservice-BI

Independently create analyses, dashboards, reports, and graphics without SQL knowledge. The xP&A solution supports decision-making processes through intuitive self-service BI and enables you to control how this information is distributed to stakeholders.

Triple Bottom Line & Sustainbility

Complete solution for business, environmental, and social balance sheets. Compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., EU taxonomy, CSRD/ESRS, ESPR, product compliance), integration of sustainability models and ESG criteria into all planning, control, and reporting processes.

Your BENEFITS highlighted

The use of our xP&A software offers the following advantages:

Increased efficiency and reduced costs

Planning and analysis processes are automated and significantly accelerated. Resources can be used for strategic tasks and decisions are made more quickly.

Better Decisions

Precise analysis and forecasting tools provide reliable insights into the future. Data-driven decisions minimize errors and risks.

Greater Agility
Quick adaptation to market changes and flexible response to new business opportunities. Optimal responsiveness in a dynamic environment.

Short introduction times
A high degree of standardization and modular expandability ensure rapid implementation and individual adaptation.

Complete Integration
Comprehensive connection of economic, ecological, and social models (triple bottom line) on one platform. Elimination of media breaks and isolated software solutions.

Regulatory Compliance
Compliance with all current legal requirements (e.g., EU taxonomy, CSRD/ESRS, ESG, ESPR, product compliance) is ensured.

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