There are differences between the operational and commercial mindset. The problem many of us demand planners have is not knowing how to speak the language of sa... Read More...
Eric Wilson CPF introduces a new measurement of probabilistic forecast performance that measures error, range and probability all in one formula. It goes beyond... Read More...
In the previous article we talked about the essential requirements for people and processes to ensure successful S&OP. In this second part, we will talk abo... Read More...
Question:
Dear Dr. Jain,
What are the benchmarks in forecast accuracy in the retail industry, specifically for companies that use JDA Demand software?
Answ... Read More...
Talk to any department in your organization about their internal metrics. Within a few minutes, you’ll easily be able to gauge whether or not it’s time for said... Read More...
Imagine you’re in the middle of the monthly S&OP meeting, and you’ve come to the point on the agenda that says: “review forecast accuracy KPIs”. You can alr... Read More...
“30% forecast accuracy? Seriously? What do I pay you for? I could flip a coin and get better results than this!” Yes, we hear this as demand planners. And yes,... Read More...
Forecast accuracy has always been measured, but now it is becoming a key performance indicator (KPI) for many supply chains. But are we measuring the right thin... Read More...
Erin Marchant
This month’s interview is with Erin Marchant, Senior Analyst in Demand Management at Moen, Incorporated.
Erin has over ten years of varied expe... Read More...
Interviewer: Michael Gilliland, SAS
This month’s interview is with Steve Morlidge of CatchBull.
Steve has 30 years of practical experience in designing and ru... Read More...
