Both products are great and are massive planning and analyzing tools. I am not sure about the size and complexity of your business. You mention "small businesses". To use IBM Cognos or Anaplan for small business may give more headache than benefits. My suggestion would be to work out the expectations and needs for your planning process and to search for the right tool, fitting to your needs.
Both products are great and are massive planning and analyzing tools. I am not sure about the size and complexity of your business. You mention "small businesses". To use IBM Cognos or Anaplan for small business may give more headache than benefits. My suggestion would be to work out the expectations and needs for your planning process and to search for the right tool, fitting to your needs.