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From Hype to Execution: What’s Actually Working and Not Working with AI in Demand Planning

IBF Editorial TeamMay 7, 2026

When it comes to AI, what emerged from IBF Scottsdale was not a story of transformation already achieved, but one of an industry in transition, moving forward, but still grounded in reality. Find out more.... Read More...

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S&OP Unplugged: What Planning Leaders Are Really Saying About AI, Uncertainty, and the Future of Planning

IBF Editorial TeamMarch 13, 2026

At the October 2025 IBF Business Planning, Forecasting, and S&OP Conference, a small group of planning leaders gathered for a conversation. Find out what they had to say about critical demand planning topics.... Read More...

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Four Mindsets Planners Need to Adopt to Succeed in Uncertain, AI-Enabled Times

IBF Editorial TeamJanuary 12, 2026

Learn about four mindsets planners can adapt to achieve success despite today’s increasing use of AI in demand planning.... Read More...

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The Case for Demand Planning. Period.

Eric Wilson, ACPFNovember 2, 2025

In today’s volatile and uncertain market, companies can no longer afford to operate without a structured, data-driven approach to forecasting demand. Demand planning is more than just predicting sales—it’s about building an integrated, agile business... Read More...

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The Benefits of Demand Planning to Organizations: By the Numbers

Eric Wilson, ACPFAugust 26, 2025

Find out why businesses need to leverage demand planning to improve their operations. PLUS learn the quantifiable value of doing it so that it can be sold within an organization.... Read More...

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How to Start a Successful Demand Planning Career

Jason BreaultJuly 14, 2025

Are you interested in a challenging career that will put you in an influential position at work and provide significant career growth potential? Then, working in demand planning might be an excellent option for you. This guide explains why you must know to become a demand planner.... Read More...

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Supply Versus Demand Planning: The Differences and Commonalities

Dan Seville CPFMay 19, 2025

In today’s disruptive global marketplace, more and more companies are laser focused on supply and demand planning and how to get it right. This guide explains the two disciplines, their differences, and how they work together. Use the information ... Read More...

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What Is Business Forecasting & Demand Planning?

Eric Wilson, ACPFJanuary 6, 2023

What is Business Forecasting? Business forecasting is the process of using analytics and experience to make predictions about future customer/consumer demand. The goal is to go beyond knowing what has happened to arrive at the best assessment of... Read More...

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A Critical Look at Measuring and Calculating Forecast Bias

Sujit SinghAugust 6, 2021

I cannot discuss forecasting bias without mentioning MAPE, but since I have written about those topics in the past, in this post, I will concentrate on Forecast Bias and the Forecast Bias Formula. What Is Forecast Bias? Forecast Bias can be descr... Read More...

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3 Keys to Success in a New Demand Planning Role

Jennifer Darmanin CPFApril 21, 2021

Whether your first job out of college is in the dynamic world of demand planning or you are an experienced Demand Planner transitioning to a new company, there are some key principles that will jumpstart the value you bring to your new organization. ... Read More...

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