Anaplan Certified Solution Architect Training

Curriculum:

Module 1: Introduction to Anaplan Solution Architecture

• Overview of Anaplan Platform and Architecture
• Roles and Responsibilities of a Solution Architect
• Connected Planning Framework and Data Flow
• Model Building vs Solution Architecture
• Understanding Workspace, Models, and Tenants
• Anaplan Certification Path Overview

Module 2: Foundation of Solution Design

• Recap of Level 1 & Level 2 Model Builder Concepts
• Understanding the Model Schema and Architecture Diagrams
• Translating Business Requirements into Model Design
• Planning Hierarchies, Dimensions, and Lists
• Best Practices in Naming Conventions and Module Design

Module 3: Data Hub and Integration Strategy

• Designing the Data Hub Model
• Managing Data Imports and Exports
• Data Flow Between Source Systems, Data Hub, and Spoke Models
• Using Anaplan Connect, CloudWorks, and APIs
• Managing Data Synchronization and Transformation
• Integration with ERP and BI Tools (SAP, Salesforce, Power BI, etc.)

Module 4: Model Architecture and Workspace Design

• Designing Scalable and Efficient Workspaces
• Splitting Models for Large Deployments
• Understanding Workspace and Model Capacity
• Model Interactions and ALM (Application Lifecycle Management)
• Managing Model Versions and Deployed Modes
• Best Practices for Workspace Governance

Module 5: Performance Optimization and Model Efficiency

• Understanding Calculation and Memory Engine Behavior
• Optimizing Line Item Formulas and Dimensions
• Reducing Model Sparsity and Memory Usage
• Performance Profiling and Tuning Techniques
• Designing for Scale and Reusability
• Identifying Bottlenecks and Troubleshooting

Module 6: Security, Roles, and Governance

• Understanding User Roles and Access Control
• Model Access, Selective Access, and Dynamic Cell Access (DCA)
• Implementing SSO and Authentication Mechanisms
• Data Security and Compliance
• Governance Model for Large Organizations
• Auditing and Monitoring User Activities

Module 7: Advanced Modeling Techniques

• Using Advanced Formulas and Conditional Logic
• Time Range Optimization
• Managing Version Control and Forecasting Models
• Multi-Model Planning and Connected Models
• Scenario and What-if Analysis
• Leveraging Anaplan UX and Page Builder for Reporting

Module 8: Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)

• Overview of ALM Concepts
• Managing Development, Test, and Production Models
• Deployment Process and Change Management
• Using Revision Tags and Model Synchronization
• Maintaining Model Integrity During Updates
• Version Control Best Practices

Module 9: End-to-End Solution Design Project

• Designing an Enterprise Planning Solution (Finance / Supply Chain / Sales)
• Creating Data Hub and Model Architecture
• Defining Key Modules, Lists, and Workflows
• Implementing Security and ALM
• Performance Tuning and Optimization
• Final Presentation and Solution Review

Module 10: Certification Preparation & Real-World Scenarios

• Review of Key Architectural Concepts
• Common Pitfalls in Model Design and Deployment
• Case Studies from Finance, FP&A, Supply Chain, and Sales Planning
• Practice Scenarios for Solution Architects