VENA ALTERNATIVE
Ease of Excel or Customizability of Cloud?
Experience the ease of Excel with Limelight's cloud efficiency. Real-time data and dynamic dashboards without the slowdowns and frustration of manually managing hundreds of spreadsheets.
Businesses Growing with Limelight
Budgeting in half the time, forecasting with accuracy, reporting with flexibility and analyzing for impact.
Why Bury in Spreadsheets?
Get Everything on Our Cloud Platform
Features | Limelight | Vena |
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Real-time Data | ||
Version Control | ||
Scenario Modeling | ||
Rolling Forecasts | ||
Driver-Based Planning | ||
Finance-Owned Modeling | ||
Variance Analysis | ||
Workforce Planning | ||
Drill Downs | ||
Ad-hoc reporting | ||
Dynamic Dashboard Filters | ||
Dashboard Pre-built Widgets | ||
Pre-Built Reporting Templates | ||
CapEx Planning |
Vena vs. Limelight: Integration Capabilities Comparison
Integrations | Limelight | Vena |
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ADP GlobalView Payroll | ||
Acumatica Cloud ERP | ||
DataBlend | ||
Deltek Maconomy | ||
Deltek Vantagepoint | ||
Dynamics 365 | ||
Dynamics 365 Business Central | ||
Epicor | ||
Epicor Eclipse | ||
FinancialForce ERP | ||
IBM Cognos Analytics | ||
Infor Cloud ERP | ||
JD Edwards EnterpriseOne | ||
Microsoft 365 | ||
Microsoft Dynamics GP | ||
Microsoft Excel | ||
Microsoft Power BI | ||
NetSuite | ||
Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP | ||
Paylocity | ||
Qlik Sense | ||
QuickBooks Online | ||
Sage 100 | ||
Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate | ||
Sage 500 | ||
Sage Intacct | ||
Sage X3 | ||
Salesforce Platform | ||
Salesforce Sales Cloud | ||
Tableau | ||
Xero |
All the Ease of Excel, But So Much More
1. Seamless Version Control
Managing data is easier with Limelight's built-in version control. Updates happen within a single, centralized platform, eliminating the need to juggle multiple Excel versions. Streamline collaboration and prevent version chaos with sheet-by-sheet versioning.
2. Customizable Dashboards for Every Need
Create fully customizable dashboards that cater to each team’s unique needs. Add as many or as few widgets as you like, with configurable access controls that ensure the right people see the right data.
3. Flexible Modeling Without Limits
Model complex financial scenarios directly within the platform. Easily build and modify your models yourself. Whether it’s creating parent-child relationships, setting up new accounts, or adjusting business rules, it’s all under your control.
4. Drill-Down Reporting for Granular Insights
Dive deep into your data with Limelight’s drill-down functionality. Not only can you view top-level numbers, but you can also break them down into sub-ledgers.
5. Real-Time Data and Syncing
Data is always up to date with real-time syncing capabilities, ensuring your team always has the latest insights at their fingertips.
Choosing Vena for Familiarity and Ease?
Ease of Use
Customer Satisfaction
Product Direction
Trusted by Teams Like Yours
Allows considerable flexibility to drill down. Very user-friendly and similar to Excel, our team felt comfortable using Limelight right away.
"I frankly always feel skittish when I approach Excel. I have to double and triple-check what I am doing. But when I am in Limelight, I have far more confidence in what I am doing. I just do it once and I know that it's right."
With Limelight, we now can forecast 18 months in the future. The platform has saved us over $400,000 by correcting broken formulas we were previously unaware of and eliminating hundreds of hours on manually collecting, consolidating, and reviewing spreadsheets.
Limelight has been a game-changer for our budgeting process. We used to spend 3 months wrangling spreadsheets, but now we complete our budget in just under a month. That's a 66% reduction in time - a huge win for our team.
Proven Results, Happy Clients
98%
Time Savings Per Report
$400,000
Cost Savings
18-Month
Forecasting Capability
Your 3-Step Limelight Journey to Financial Clarity
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Frequently Asked Questions
Limelight integrates seamlessly with various systems and data sources, including ERP, CRM, and other financial software. We support real-time data sync and allow for easy configuration to ensure that your data flows smoothly between systems, helping you maintain accuracy and efficiency.
Limelight’s interface is designed with user-friendliness in mind, particularly for teams familiar with Excel. We’ve built it to mirror the Excel-like functionality you’re used to, making the transition smooth and straightforward. Our interface features customizable dashboards, drag-and-drop functionalities, and familiar modeling tools so your team can hit the ground running without a steep learning curve.
Limelight excels in customization and flexibility. You can tailor reports and dashboards to fit your needs, with full control over the layout, metrics, and visualizations. Our platform allows for dynamic adjustments and rule creation so you can adapt to changing business requirements and reporting standards. Whether you need standard templates or complex configurations, Limelight supports it all.
The implementation time for Limelight varies depending on the complexity of the organization’s requirements. On average, you can expect to be up and running within a few weeks. Our dedicated implementation team will guide you through each step, from initial setup to full operational readiness, ensuring a smooth transition.
We pride ourselves on offering comprehensive customer support and training resources. Our support team is available to assist with any issues or questions you may have, providing timely and effective solutions. Additionally, we offer a range of training materials, including live webinars, video tutorials, and user guides, to help your team get the most out of Limelight.