XLReporting: Europe’s Answer to US CPM Giants

Edgar de Wit

Introduction

As the only allround CPM solution developed in the Netherlands (let’s start there), in a landscape dominated by U.S.-based CPM platforms, XLReporting stands out as a compelling European alternative.

XLReporting was built in the Netherlands with a clear mission: to give finance teams control, flexibility, and clarity in their forecasting and reporting processes. In an era where data privacy and local support matter more than ever, XLReporting offers:

• European data privacy compliance aligned with GDPR standards
• Support in your time zone, with direct connection to a local provider
• Full ownership of data and models, avoiding reliance on U.S.-based infrastructure where possible

These advantages give organizations globally, a trusted CPM Enterprise alternative with a much-needed European pragmatic approach.

Comprehensive CPM Capabilities

Unlike generic reporting tools, XLReporting brings together a rich mix of CPM capabilities:

• Self-service BI, financial modelling, and automation in one platform
• Native connectivity to accounting systems, Excel, and APIs
• Cloud-based flexibility, scalability, role-based controls, and audit trails

In short, it’s built for finance teams that need more than visual dashboards. What we actually need is real-time forecasting power within one structured solution.

Scales from Midsize to Enterprise

While some tools are either too simple for growing organizations or too complex and costly for midsize businesses, XLReporting strikes the right balance. It offers:

• Quick deployment and an Excel-like interface for midsize organizations
• Advanced configurability and integrations that also meet the needs of enterprise-level finance teams
• A modular approach, so organizations can start small and expand as complexity grows

This scalability makes XLReporting equally suitable for a regional midsize business as for a multinational enterprise seeking a flexible CPM solution.

Recognized as a Key European Player

In a recent market analysis by AMA Research, XLReporting was named one of the top four European players in budgeting and forecasting software. It stood alongside major global names like Board International (Switzerland), Microsoft, SAP, and IBM, highlighting its strong standing in the European CPM landscape.

Quick to Deploy, Powerful to Use

XLReporting delivers value fast. Often in weeks, with minimal IT support and full transparency. Its Excel-like interface and powerful configurability make it familiar to spreadsheet users, flexible and adaptable to specific business logic and much easier to learn than rigid enterprise solutions.

“It’s wonderful to see how you can separate data and logic from a spreadsheet and then use that data again in an online dashboard in one application.”

Value That Matches Local Expectations

With transparent pricing, modular implementation, and practical usability, XLReporting provides a cost-effective CPM alternative that rivals larger systems without sacrificing flexibility or speed. Dutch organizations benefit from local language support, regional privacy compliance, and streamlined setup.

In Summary

XLReporting is more than just a CPM platform. It’s the European and Dutch-grown solution for finance teams who seek control, reliability, and innovative performance management. Scalable from midsize to enterprise companies, XLReporting combines local support, quick deployment, and powerful functionality.

For businesses looking to future-proof their finance operations, it is the ideal CPM choice.