Spreadsheet Server Reviews

“Simple entry and reporting”

Pros

Data entry and reporting feel convenient for me with this software. It helps keep financial records organized and up to date and I find the interface user-friendly so working in it is pretty easy.

Cons

Advanced data visualization can be tricky to work with at times. There are also moments when the spreadsheet format doesn't fully match regular standards.

“excel integration done right”

Pros

Being able to work directly with Excel is a huge plus for me since it lets me stay in a familiar environment instead of having to learn an entirely new interface.

Cons

Initial setup and configuration can take quite a bit of time and I needed technical support to get everything in place. Performance can also slow down when handling very large datasets.

“Perfect reporting for daily use”

Pros

Reporting features and report generation are excellent in my experience. After a one-on-one session with support where everything was explained clearly, I started using it as a day-to-day reporting tool that our company now relies on.

Cons

Only recent downside came after we implemented a new system, Unanet. Since then, data updates have sometimes taken as long as an hour. After many calls with both Unanet and IT support, it was confirmed that the problem was with the Unanet database.

“excellent support and fast reporting”

Pros

One thing that really stands out to me is how excellent the customer support has been. Whenever we send in a request, we get a response very quickly. After just a couple of training sessions, I felt comfortable using the system without much trouble. I'm also able to pull reports fast and keep access to current, up-to-date information. Once I understood how it works, it became a very useful tool for getting things done efficiently.

Cons

Coming from GL Wand which is client-based, the speed difference was noticeable at first. GL Wand feels instantaneous, whereas this one is a bit slower because it's cloud-based. That said we adjusted to it over time.

“reliable for financial close”

Pros

It has been a big help for our finance team and I've seen it make a difference when it comes to running critical reports during quarter-end and year-end especially for supporting the financial close process.

Cons

The only downside I've run into is having to update older reports as the system has been upgraded over the years. Since we've been using it for a long time some of our reports are outdated but the support team has helped us work through the issues whenever they came up.

“time-saving reporting boost”

Pros

When there's a lot of data to work through, I find this type of tool really helps cut down on errors, saves time and keeps reports more consistent overall.

Cons

There are times when performance issues get in the way which can be frustrating, although it still ends up being helpful.

“helpful support and simple setup”

Pros

Starting out with it was easy for me and whenever I've needed assistance, I've found the staff very helpful.

Cons

At this point, I don't have any drawbacks to mention.

“Great setup and helpful support”

Pros

The installation process was easy for me and I've found the support team helpful whenever needed.

Cons

A downside mentioned by users is that the software can feel slow at times.

“excel-friendly reporting updates”

Pros

It works really well for business users like me who rely on Excel and I find the real-time report updates a big plus.

Cons

One downside is the Application Configurator licensing since each key has to be assigned to a specific user. There are also times when changes don't get registered.

“Great for daily spreadsheet updates”

Pros

Using it day to day has been a really positive experience for me. It's easy to work with and I've noticed all of the data and figures are pulled into the spreadsheet in under a minute. We rely on it every day and it's something our team really enjoys using.

Cons

Getting it set up for a new user or on a new laptop can be a bit difficult. There are times when the data does not pull in correctly, or the username entry causes issues. That said once the installation is done properly, it runs without problems. And if something comes up that we cannot fix ourselves, sending in a ticket usually gets a fast response from support.

“excel-friendly and reliable tool”

Pros

Our team has worked with this software for more than 20 years and I've found the biggest advantage is how simple it is to use. The Excel integration is also very convenient and anyone familiar with Excel can pick it up quickly without much effort.

Cons

This may not really be an issue with the software itself but very large and complex spreadsheets with lots of formulas can sometimes take a while to load and finish calculating.

“Powerful data conversion results”

Pros

Turning Vista data into a well-organized Excel format works reliably for me and I find the processing time pretty decent.

Cons

To sort out installation and license transfer took a while because the different channels had limited access and weren't connected to each other.

“excel flexibility for polished reporting”

Pros

Being able to keep the core Excel functionality while pulling values back in to build financial reports is a big advantage for me. Standard out-of-the-box financials from ERPs often don't have the most polished or powerful presentation so I find this makes reporting look and work much better.

Cons

It does slow down occasionally when the report is pulling a lot of values back from multiple ledgers.

“real-time reporting powerhouse”

Pros

Connecting it straight to the ERP system is a big advantage for me because it pulls live data in real time. Creating financial reports with it is very simple and I find the drill-down from Accounts to Ledger a particularly helpful feature. The Query Designer especially for advanced IT users, is also very valuable for building ad-hoc queries, pulling operational data and turning that information into useful reports.

Cons

Uploading budgets into the system is one of the harder parts. The process is not very easy and ends up being quite time-consuming from a user's point of view.

“faster financial data sharing”

Pros

It pulls financial data quickly without requiring me to log into the ERP and I also find it makes collaboration much easier.

Cons

It's a little complex and the installation process can take some effort to get through.

“data extraction works well”

Pros

Once the system is set up, I find pulling data from it pretty easy and convenient.

Cons

Updates come around a little too frequently and they can be inconvenient at times.

“user-friendly with real-time insights”

Pros

The platform is very user-friendly for me and I see the MS Excel add-in as a big plus. Having near real-time data available also makes it much more useful for day-to-day work.

Cons

The initial setup can be a bit complicated and assigning licenses to each individual user usually needs help from the SPS support team to get everything fully configured. There are also some intermittent issues from time to time.

“report generation works wonderfully”

Pros

It's a really helpful tool for me when generating reports.

Cons

Using multiple instances of the Application Configurator can be difficult.

“time-saving and user-friendly platform”

Pros

Getting started has been very easy for me and I'm really looking forward to how much time this will save compared to entering everything manually.

Cons

It's still too early to point out any downsides since we've only just begun using the program.

“fully customizable reporting”

Pros

It lets me build reports exactly the way I want them.

Cons

Using it can be challenging and you may need to take their training courses which can end up costing a fortune.