Starting an FP&A project in Anaplan doesn’t have to be a slow or complex process. Our clients wanted quick wins so, we developed the FP&A Frame —a fast, efficient way to get up and running with integrated financial planning in Anaplan. 

With this starter framework, you can quickly generate the three core financial statements—Profit & Loss, Cash Flow, and Balance Sheet—without the usual long development cycles or associated costs. Instead of taking months, you can have a working foundation in just weeks. 

What is the FP&A Frame? 

The FP&A Frame is an out-of-the-box financial planning model designed to integrate all your actual and planning data into the Anaplan platform.  It eliminates time-consuming manual work, delivering an immediate win by generating a core model for planning and analysis upfront, so you can see value right away.  The model contains best practice logic for connecting key financial statements, giving you the P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow as a solid base for more.  But the FP&A Frame isn't just a starting point—it’s a scalable solution that grows with your needs. 

Beyond the Basics: Expanding Your FP&A Capabilities 

Once your core model is in place, you can seamlessly build on it with additional FP&A processes that connect directly in real time. Typical extensions include planning engines for: 

• Opex  

• Revenue  

• Workforce planning 

• Capex 

• …and many more  

Each of these processes integrates into your financial model, unlocking exponential value by improving efficiency, enhancing decision support, and driving better business outcomes. 

Why It Matters

Top Barriers to Unlocking Value from Technology 

Finance teams often struggle to realise the full potential of technology due to: 

• High existing workloads 

• Gaps in relevant capabilities 

• Limited IT support 

According to McKinsey & Company’s 2024 report, Toward the Long Term: CFO Perspectives on the Future of Finance, these challenges prevent many organisations from effectively leveraging digital finance solutions. 

The real power of the FP&A Frame lies in its ability to kickstart your FP&A project without heavy involvement of your staff or external consulting support.  

Now it’s easier than ever before to transform financial planning from a reactive, spreadsheet-heavy process into a dynamic, real-time system. Finance teams no longer need to spend hours consolidating and verifying data.  Instead, they can focus on what really matters—data analysis, strategic insights, and decision-making. 

By reducing manual effort and improving data accuracy, your finance team can work smarter, not harder, reducing stress and increasing overall productivity.  Plus, with improved visibility across financial and operational data, leadership can make more informed decisions, faster. 

The Bottom Line 

The Profit& FP&A Frame is the fastest, most cost-effective way to get started with Anaplan. It delivers immediate wins while setting the foundation for a truly integrated financial planning approach. 

Ready to leave spreadsheets behind and embrace agile financial planning?  The FP&A Frame is a ready-to-use financial planning model available on subscription at £900/month. This no-risk solution comes complete with a 3-month satisfaction guarantee—if you’re not happy, you get your money back. 

Want to see it in action?  Check out the Profit& Frame FP&A Starter Kit for a quick demo and solution overview.  Let’s get started!