At Zooss, we believe planning solutions should reflect how a business really operates – and that’s the mindset Priyam Shah brings to every engagement.
As a Certified Anaplan Solution Architect and Level 3 Model Builder, Priyam works with enterprise organisations to design planning environments that are scalable, governed and aligned to real-world decision-making.
From data to decisions
“Effective planning brings clarity and reduces uncertainty. It’s exciting to see how much of a difference good planning can make,” Priyam says.
Priyam was drawn to FP&A and Connected Planning for its real-world impact, and what keeps her engaged is how quickly the space evolves.
“It’s constantly adapting, but the goal remains the same – helping organisations stay resilient, data-driven and aligned across teams.”
Anaplan solution design with a business-first approach
For Priyam, strong solution design is about more than building models. It’s about reflecting how the business works, supporting decisions and ensuring solutions can evolve over time.
“A well-architected Anaplan model stands the test of time because it’s designed with a business-first mindset, not a tool-first one.”
“It’s built with the future in mind, so it’s not just spitting out numbers – it reflects the way the business operates in reality. In addition to supporting decisions, it should improve user experience, not just generate outputs.”
Translating complexity into workable planning processes
Working with complex enterprises, Priyam translates detailed requirements into practical, scalable solutions by focusing on outcomes and working iteratively with stakeholders.
“The key is to focus on the main business drivers and keep the big picture in mind.”
Connected Planning: Why data foundations matter
Priyam’s experience across Anaplan, SAP BPC, Jedox and ETL tools reinforces her belief that Connected Planning depends on having trusted, up-to-date data flowing seamlessly across systems.
“Strong integration is what ties everything together, allowing planning models to mirror reality and give one cohesive view. When the architecture is set up right, it unlocks faster insights and more confident decisions, making Connected Planning truly effective.”
“Without proper integration, we’re just creating new silos – the same chaos, just with a different tool.”
Delivering long-term value
When asked what it takes for a planning solution to deliver long-tern business value, Priyam explains: “For a solution to really stick, it needs to become part of everyday activities. Strong user adoption is key.”
For Priyam, success is defined after go-live – through adoption, ongoing user training, scalability and the ability to evolve as the business changes.
Focus on better planning
At Zooss, our clear focus is on delivering genuine business outcomes, not just implementations – an approach that aligns closely with Priyam’s.
“The emphasis is on solving real planning challenges, building scalable solutions, and forming long-term client partnerships – and this strongly resonates with how I approach my work.”
Find out more:
- About Zooss Consulting and our leadership team
- Delivering better planning for businesses with Anaplan
- Introducing GAIN – the Global Anaplan Implementation Network
- To discuss how Zooss can support your sustainable business planning goals, contact us.
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