Category: Blog
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Introducing Bedrock 5: The Next Generation Begins
This next-generation release of Bedrock has been refactored and tested to support IBM Planning Analytics TM1 Database 12.4+. Bedrock 5 does not support earlier versions of the TM1 Database. These versions are supported by Bedrock 4 Bedrock 5 is the latest evolution of the Bedrock library, specifically updated for compatibility with IBM Planning Analytics TM1 Database 12.4+.…
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Understanding the TM1 Transaction Log
When working with IBM Planning Analytics (TM1), one of the most valuable yet sometimes overlooked features is the transaction log. Whether you’re a developer or an administrator, knowing how the transaction log works can save you from headaches and even help you recover lost changes. Let’s take a closer look at what it is, why…
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Pulse v7.1 is now available
We’re excited to introduce Pulse v7.1, bringing smarter monitoring, improved session control, and enhanced security features to your TM1 environment. 🔒 Cancel All Sessions by Session ID Managing parallel processes just got easier. A new button in Pulse Live Monitoring lets you instantly cancel all sessions sharing the same session ID—perfect for terminating multiple processes…
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Arc and Slice v5.1 is now available
Arc and Slice v5.1 introduces a suite of powerful new features designed to enhance your TM1 development experience. ⚠️ Upgrade Notice for v5.1.0 The Atmosphere portal is now fully embedded within Arc.If you’re upgrading from version v5.0.0 or v5.0.1, please manually delete the following folder before proceeding: <Arc folder>/plugins/atmosphere ✨ What’s New in v5.1 🔄…
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TM1 License Reporting: Why It Matters
In today’s fast-paced business environment, maximizing value from every software investment is key and IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) is no exception. So, if your organization uses TM1, ensuring that your license usage is efficient, compliant, and cost-effective is more important than ever. That’s where a License Optimization Report becomes an indispensable tool, not just for…
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A Practical Guide for TM1 Blueprints with Arc
If you’re working with IBM Planning Analytics (TM1), you’ve surely come across TurboIntegrator (TI), it is the powerful ETL scripting tool that lies at the heart of data loading, transformation, and automation for TM1. But as with any development environment, structuring your work is half the battle. That’s where Arc Blueprints come into play. Whether…
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Pulse v7.0 is now available
This new release brings massive improvements to the Pulse Web Client, including dark mode support, and a modernized user interface. It also includes enhancements to the Pulse Application Server and various fixes to improve the overall performance and usability of Pulse. We highly recommend everyone to upgrade to this version to take advantage of the…
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Building Fast Excel Reports with Slice
Many companies transitioning from an on-premise TM1 installation to IBM Planning Analytics (PA) on the cloud can face performance challenges. A common issue is the noticeable difference in refresh times for excel reports between their previous setup using Perspectives and the new PA on the cloud with PAfE (Planning Analytics for Excel). A recent case…
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Arc and Slice v5.0 is now available
New Report Audit feature in Slice Slice introduces a new Report Audit feature to help you highlight best practices violations in your Excel reports #3126 Transaction Log in Arc Arc now includes a Transaction Log feature that allows you to browse and restore transaction logs. This feature is useful for auditing and recovering data in…
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Finding the Right Tool
Transitioning away from Perspectives can be challenging, but with the right tool and partner, it can be a smooth and beneficial process. As we move forward, it’s important to set the right expectations and understand the benefits of this transition. Finding the Right Alternatives The main question is what to do with your TM1 Excel…