Nucleus Research Reveals the 2025 Corporate Performance Management Technology Value Matrix
In a continuously evolving business landscape,
Nucleus Research has released its
2025 Corporate Performance Management (CPM) Technology Value Matrix, showcasing advancements in financial management tools. This year's findings signify a leap in sophistication compared to earlier models, enabling organizations to enhance their financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting capabilities effectively.
Key Highlights from the 2025 CPM Market
The report indicates that CPM vendors are increasingly focused on streamlining financial processes, enhancing data analytics, and supporting informed decision-making. According to
Rebecca Kennedy, a Research Analyst at Nucleus Research, "Integration and collaboration remain a primary focus, with companies investing in better connectivity between CPM solutions and essential data sources like ERP and CRM systems."
The evolution of user experience is also noteworthy, with many platforms adopting features such as drag-and-drop functionality, Excel-like interactions, and no-code/low-code customization options. These enhancements aim to make CPM platforms user-friendly and accessible to a broader audience, including those without extensive technical backgrounds.
Rise of AI and Machine Learning in CPM
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) have become integral to many CPM platforms in 2025. Vendors are embedding these technologies to enhance forecasting and planning. Tools such as AI-enabled forecasting and predictive cash flow analysis are paving the way for more accurate financial predictions. The trend emphasizes the need for organizations to adapt quickly to market changes and make data-driven decisions.
Notable Leaders and Categories in the Value Matrix
In this year's Value Matrix, several companies have emerged as leaders in the CPM landscape. These include:
- - Acterys
- - Board
- - Infor EPM
- - OneStream
- - Oracle EPM
- - Prophix
- - Vena Solutions
- - Wolters Kluwer CCH Tagetik
These vendors distinguish themselves by offering advanced functionality that does not compromise usability. Additionally, those categorized as "Experts" in the matrix are distinguished organizations that provide deep functionality for complex use cases, including
Anaplan,
insightsoftware,
SAP Analytics Cloud, and
Workday Adaptive Planning.
The report also highlights "Accelerators," which are platforms that offer ease of use for quicker adoption. This includes
Pigment,
Planful,
Sage, and
Unit4 FPA. Furthermore, the "Core Providers" category presents solutions that deliver essential capabilities with faster implementation. Notable mentions in this segment are
Centage,
Jedox,
Limelight,
LucaNet,
Solver,
Strata Decision, and
Syft Analytics.
Conclusion and Availability
The full
2025 CPM Technology Value Matrix is available for download on the Nucleus Research website. As the business world continues to navigate the complexities of financial management, these insights into the CPM technology landscape can guide organizations in selecting tools that enhance their strategic planning and operational efficiency.
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