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Octopus AI

Octopus AI is a financial planning tool designed to simplify and optimize budgeting for businesses. It leverages artificial intelligence to generate realistic forecasts, analyze historical data, and facilitate collaborative planning.

The platform streamlines the budget approval process, offering real-time communication and tracking of changes. Octopus AI's algorithms consider various factors, including benchmarks and company constraints, to deliver optimized financial solutions. It helps businesses understand budget priorities and react quickly to unforeseen changes, such as project delays or budget shortfalls.

Centage

Centage provides finance teams with a comprehensive, formula-free platform for effective budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Leveraging artificial intelligence through its Maestro assistant, Centage streamlines every step of the FP&A process—from multidimensional budget creation to real-time scenario modeling and workforce planning—reducing manual errors and ensuring data integrity. Finance professionals can collaborate seamlessly, assign tasks with ownership clarity, and align strategic decisions using a single source of truth.

With seamless ERP and general ledger integrations, Centage transforms fragmented spreadsheet workflows into a secure, cloud-based environment optimized for precision. Its built-in AI assistant, Maestro, delivers real-time insights and support, empowering users to build, analyze, and adjust financial plans effortlessly. This enhances stakeholder confidence and accountability, paving the way for reliable, data-driven business decisions.

Pricing

Octopus AI Pricing

Freemium

Octopus AI offers Freemium pricing .

Centage Pricing

Paid
From $950

Centage offers Paid pricing with plans starting from $950 per month .

Features

Octopus AI

  • AI-Powered Forecasting: Generates realistic budget scenarios based on historical data and benchmarks.
  • Collaborative Planning: Enables team collaboration on budget creation and approval.
  • Real-Time Approvals: Streamlines the approval process with instant communication and tracking.
  • Scenario Analysis: Forecasts the impact of different financial decisions.
  • Customizable Approval Process: Tailors the approval workflow to specific company needs.

Centage

  • AI Assistant Maestro: Provides real-time guidance and insights during budgeting and planning
  • Formula-Free Workflow: Drag-and-drop interface eliminates spreadsheet errors and manual formulas
  • Real-Time Scenario Planning: Instantly model and compare best/worst case financial situations
  • Workforce Planning: Detailed salary-level planning accounting for hiring, attrition, and role changes
  • Consolidated Reporting: Generates accurate P&L and balance sheet reports across entities
  • Collaboration Tools: Centralized workflow management with task tracking and user-based security
  • Seamless ERP/GL Integrations: Directly imports financial data for up-to-date planning
  • Premium Security: MFA, SSO, and audit trail options for enhanced security and compliance

Use Cases

Octopus AI Use Cases

  • Creating and managing company budgets.
  • Forecasting financial scenarios.
  • Streamlining budget approvals.
  • Analyzing historical financial data.
  • Optimizing budget allocation.
  • Collaborative financial planning.

Centage Use Cases

  • Creating multidimensional budgets aligned with organizational accounts
  • Developing reliable, adaptable financial forecasts
  • Modeling financial scenarios to support strategic decision-making
  • Generating consolidated financial reports for multiple entities
  • Aligning workforce planning with dynamic business requirements
  • Collaborative planning among cross-functional finance teams
  • Eliminating spreadsheet chaos during financial planning cycles

FAQs

Octopus AI FAQs

  • Could there be a situation where Octopus AI is unable to answer a question? What would occur in that scenario?
    Yes, such situations can occur. If a question is posed that the Octopus AI cannot answer, it will alert you, indicating that it's unable to provide a response. Nonetheless, we utilize self-learning GPT algorithms. This means there's a high probability that the AI will learn from these instances and may be able to provide an appropriate response in the future. It's part of our commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
  • Why should I rely on Octopus AI's forecasts and calculations?
    Octopus AI uses powerful computers and a lot of data to make very accurate predictions. This means it can help you make better decisions for your startup.Also, our founders have a lot of experience with startups. They have launched 7 successful startups themselves. So they know what startups and investors need. They've used this knowledge to create Octopus AI.So when you use Octopus AI, you're not only using a smart tool. You're also getting the benefit of our founders' experience and knowledge. That's why you can trust Octopus AI.
  • Who will be able to access the data? How are is legal aspect of this organized?
    Octopus AI ensures the security of your data by encrypting it at rest using AWS RDS's AES-256 encryption algorithms and in transit with the latest version of SSL/TLS encryption protocols. All information you provide is encrypted and cannot be disclosed. Strict adherence to the law ensures the protection of your personal data.
  • How do I create an account if I don't use QuickBooks?
    Today, when registering for Octopus, it's not necessary to connect QuickBooks or a bank account. You can try Octopus using demo data. However, if you want to get accurate forecasts or calculations, feel free to connect your data. Our integrations allow us to keep your data encrypted and not stored, ensuring absolute safety.

Centage FAQs

  • How does Centage pricing compare to other FP&A solutions?
    Centage's pricing is positioned to deliver enterprise-level financial planning, budgeting, and analysis solutions at a cost point that is often less than other software alternatives, making it accessible for small and medium-sized businesses.
  • Can I upgrade or downgrade my Centage plan as necessary?
    Yes, Centage allows flexible plan adjustments to meet your organization’s current needs. You can upgrade or downgrade your subscription at any time with assistance from the Centage team.
  • How can I measure the return on investment from Centage?
    Centage offers tools, such as an ROI calculator, to help estimate your return on investment based on your unique business circumstances. According to reported customer experiences, many have achieved an annual ROI above 3x.

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Last 30 Days

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