Vena, a leading financial planning and analysis (FP&A) platform powered by agentic AI, has been recognized as an Outstanding provider in the 2025–2026 Performance Management Vendor Landscape Matrix (VLM) by BPM Partners. With a score of 4.69 out of 5, Vena stands out for its holistic, Microsoft-integrated solutions that drive efficiency and strategic decision-making for finance teams worldwide.
Vena earns Outstanding rating with 4.69/5 in BPM Partners’ 2025–2026 VLM.
Top-rated in Budgeting and Planning (4.85) and Customer Support (4.62).
Excellent rankings in Performance, Financial Reporting, and Ease of Use.
AI-driven capabilities and Microsoft integration enhance strategic planning.
73% of VLM respondents prioritize AI in corporate performance management.
Vena’s 50+ pre-built templates ensure quick adoption across industries.
Vena secured an overall Outstanding rating in the 2025–2026 VLM, scoring 4.69 out of 5, up from 4.54 the previous year. This recognition highlights Vena’s leadership in delivering a comprehensive FP&A platform that integrates seamlessly with Microsoft’s ecosystem, including Excel, Power BI, and Teams. “Our VLM score jumped from 4.54 last year to 4.69 this year—concrete proof that Vena’s AI-powered, customer-oriented approach is resonating more than ever with customers around the world,” said Hugh Cumming, CTO of Vena. The platform’s intuitive interface and flexibility make it a top choice for businesses seeking efficient financial planning solutions.
Vena excelled in Budgeting and Planning (4.85) and Customer Support (4.62), surpassing competitors in both areas. The platform also earned Excellent rankings in Performance and Scalability, Financial Reporting, Financial Consolidation, Finance Self-Sufficiency, and Ease of Use. These scores reflect Vena’s ability to address the full spectrum of FP&A needs, from forecasting to analytics, while maintaining user-friendly operations. The VLM noted Vena’s low total cost of ownership and integrated business planning as key strengths, making it accessible for organizations of all sizes.
With 73% of VLM respondents emphasizing the importance of AI in corporate performance management, Vena’s agentic AI capabilities, including Vena Copilot for Microsoft Teams, position it as a forward-thinking leader. These tools enable real-time analytics and faster strategic decisions, addressing the growing pressure on finance teams to deliver accurate insights quickly. “We are particularly honored by the continued recognition for our integration capabilities. During times of volatility, a business needs better information flow and increased agility. Vena’s integration and AI features help finance teams make more strategic decisions faster,” said Hugh Cumming. Vena’s 50+ pre-built templates further streamline adoption, meeting the 67% of respondents who value such features.
BPM Partners’ VLM evaluates only the most active vendors in business performance management, and Vena’s inclusion underscores its market impact. “The VLM is an invaluable tool for anyone looking to purchase, upgrade or replace a performance management system,” said Craig Schiff, President and CEO of BPM Partners. “We currently track more than 50 vendors that provide software to address one or more aspects of business performance management and related business intelligence. Only the most active vendors competing for and successfully delivering BPM solutions are included in the VLM report, and Vena is certainly making its mark.” Vena’s consistent recognition, including 55 top rankings in BARC’s Planning Survey 25, reinforces its customer-centric approach.
Vena’s leadership in the 2025–2026 VLM solidifies its role as a trusted partner for finance teams seeking agile, AI-powered FP&A solutions. By leveraging Microsoft’s ecosystem and delivering unmatched ease of use, Vena empowers businesses to navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence and precision.
Vena is the only agentic AI-powered FP&A platform purpose-built to harness the full power of the Microsoft technology ecosystem for finance teams everywhere. Vena amplifies Microsoft's world-leading productivity tools, cloud technology and AI innovation to make FP&A, operational planning and adjacent strategic processes more flexible, efficient and intelligent. Thousands of the world’s leading companies rely on Vena to power their planning.
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