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Episode #19 - How to develop an agile demand forecast with Nicolas Vandeput


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In this episode, we're talking about demand forecasting and inventory optimisation. Focusing on how to develop an agile demand forecast that aligns with the business and supply chain strategy. 

I am joined by Nicolas Vandeput, a consultant, author, teacher and supply chain leader on all things demand and inventory optimisation. Nicolas provides fantastic examples of different forecasting models, some drawbacks of incentivising KPI's, and the benefits of forecast value-added analysis. 

In this episode, we dive deeper into:

  • How to develop a demand forecasting strategy 
  • How you can create agility in the demand plan
  • Best ways to optimise inventory when predictability is low  

Check out Nicolas books:
 
Data Science for Supply Chain Forecasting
Inventory Optimization: Models and Simulation

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