Our Approach

Creative
Planning processes and systems often present problems that require a creative approach to resolve them. Our
ability to offer creative and flexible solutions to these problems using standard RapidResponse functionality has
transformed many seemingly impossible challenges into success stories.
Practical
We know that only implemented ideas add value to clients. We take a pragmatic approach when deciding on the
solution and work with our customer every step of the way to minimize surprises and ensure we meet the
project’s objectives.
Simple
Planning processes are complex and planning systems have complex functionalities. However, we understand
that simplicity is an essential element for user adoption. We make every effort to develop solutions that are as
simple as possible while still meeting the complex business requirements.
Short and Long-term Focus
We believe in adding value and delivering solutions in a timely manner. We understand that businesses often
need to meet short-term goals while continuing to work on long term objectives. We apply this concept in our
projects so that clients see value from our services from the beginning.
Completion
We pride ourselves in seeing projects come to fruition. Challenges or surprises do not deter us from achieving
this goal. Our reputation is a testament to this belief.

Our Clients are saying…

"Prana Consulting has done a great job supporting our Kinaxis system. The consultants of Prana are customer service oriented and provide
timely service. They have gained the trust of the business and IT teams by demonstrating their skill set and commitment."

"Prana Consulting has done an excellent job supporting our Rapid Response projects. The consultant from Prana was knowledgeable both in
Business Requirements and Rapid Response. He also worked well with the Business and IT teams towards the stated objectives of the projects.
Prana clearly excelled in customer service both during and after the projects were complete.”

energizing the Supply Chain

Corporate Office - USA

Prana Consulting, Inc.
2975 Bowers Ave. Suite 303
Santa Clara, CA 95051
Email: consulting@pranaglobal.com
Phone: 408-209-9102
www.pranaglobal.com Business Process Re-engineering

India Office RapidResponse Solution Consulting

Prana Consulting Services Pvt. Ltd.
RapidResponse Support
Plot No. 37, III Street
Sheela Nagar, Madipakkam RapidResponse Integration
Chennai, PIN 600091, INDIA
RapidResponse Training
RapidResponseTM is a trademark of Kinaxis, Inc.

RR Support Solutions
 24/7, ‘Follow the sun’
support model with
offshore Prana office
 Tier1 / T ier2 Support
 Dedicated point of contact
who understands your
process
 Data package creation
 Data refresh and Data
package migration
 User account setup and
maintenance
 Monitoring of RR server
 Ongoing support
Connect your business to the Technology Resource you need
For nearly a decade, Prana Consulting,
Inc. has delivered exceptional consulting
services in the niche market of Supply
Chain system implementation.
As a strategic partner of Kinaxis, Prana
has provided RapidResponse system
implementation services to several
fortune 500 companies.
Our proven expertise in RapidResponse
has enabled our clients to get the most
value from their investment.
RR Solution Consulting
Prana consultants have strong expertise
in developing RR solutions to meet
customers’ requirements, including:
 S&OP
 Dashboards & Metrics
 Planning engine knowledge
 Perspective development for
Scenarios
 Scenario hierarchy setup to meet
process needs
 Response training for all types of users. environment only when teamwork is
Control tables, Custom tables, Data
modifications
 Workbook development
Tap into the Infinite
In 2003, after 20 years of planning and
consulting experience in the supply chain
industry, Vijay Subramanian founded Prana
Consulting.
Our growing team includes best in class
implementation experts and senior team
members with over 10 years of Industry
experience.
Prana Consulting began with the goal of
providing high-quality consulting services Flexible creative solutions for
in a cost-effective way. Today, after nearly
a decade of success, this goal continues to
be our driving force.
complex business needs
Prana Consulting provides total
end-to-end solution.
Prana Advantage
Our consulting philosophy primarily
revolves around two aspects: Knowledge and
Teamwork. We believe that what we bring
Business Process Consulting Training into any engagement is knowledge but we
know that knowledge alone is not enough.
 As-Is process definition Prana provides customized Rapid- Knowledge can be applied effectively in an
 To-Be process definition using RR
Prana consultants will work with your followed. We will make every effort to work
functionality
team to gather input for the together with customers to achieve their
 Gap analysis preparation of the training material. goals.
 Business requirements
We will develop the training materials We strive for clarity using Business and
documentation
RR Integration and deliver or support the training
RapidResponse knowledge, which enables us
 Business process testing sessions as needed.
to conquer complexity to achieve simplicity
 Data Sources and Mapping in our solutions.
 Data Model modification
Our accomplishments are a result of our
 Scheduled Tasks setup ability to use both supply chain business
 Data Persistence setup process knowledge and RR system
 Data Validation knowledge.
 Data Import setup
 Control Table configuration