add*ONE Demand Planner - Self-optimising Forecasting / Optimised Orders / Powerful Analysis

<body> <h1><STRONG>FORECASTING</STRONG> </h1> <h2><STRONG>Self-optimising Forecasting</STRONG> is the heart of the application, providing accurate statistical forecasts based on historical sales through modern self-adapting forecasting algorithms. This means model selection and parameter settings are dynamic, and that they “learn” with each application. </h2> <p>A comprehensive database of models enable even items previously regarded as difficult to forecast to be planned, as well as different approaches for slow-moving (ideal for spare parts), and new or promotional items to be applied. </p> <p>Consolidated Demand Plans may be overlaid onto the statistical forecast (through manual input, file upload, or via integration with <strong><a href="demandplanner.htm">add*ONE Demand Planner</a></strong>) to provide a compete view of demand for which an inventory profile is required to satisfy according to set service level targets.</p> <p><STRONG>Dynamic Safety Stocks</STRONG> are automatically calculated based on demand and supplier variability, which enables minimal manual intervention. </p> <HR noShade SIZE="1"> <h1><STRONG>ORDER PLANNING</STRONG></h1> <h2><STRONG>Optimised Orders </STRONG>for replenishment of inventory are calculated using sophisticated dynamic and analytical algorithms to provide a truly minimised total cost. These algorithms consider multiple factors in addition to the demand and safety stock targets in order to determine the optimum replenishment program:</h2> <UL> <LI>Economic order quantity batch size calculation <LI>Supply rhythms and calendars as well as manufacturing and delivery calendars <LI>Total costs such as transaction costs; supplier contractual price breaks as well as storage costs and order costs. <LI>Minimum and Maximum ordering/storage constraints <LI>Shelf life considerations <LI>Batch sizes <LI>Alternative supplier lead time/prices </LI> </UL> <p><STRONG>Efficient planning processes</STRONG> are achieved by allowing the system to automatically plan reliable items, enabling planners to concentrate on the items which need action. The <STRONG>intuitive workflow </STRONG>determines the priority of action required, and the <STRONG>high transparency</STRONG> of information to hand enable planners to quickly review items to make the best decisions. The sequential processing of endless lists of items is no longer required.</p> <p><STRONG>Expediting</STRONG> is reduced through increased reliability of inventory plans. However, we recognise that it is always required to some extent, as Supplier and Demand plans are never 100% reliable.  <STRONG>High transparency </STRONG>of accurate information easily at hand enables planners to quickly simulate possible options in an urgent situation, and implement the best decision.</p> <p><STRONG>Optimised Purchase Delivery</STRONG> is achieved through grouping purchase orders into supply orders which may have additional constraints such as minimum value or volume, or fulfilling international container transport batch requirements.</p> <HR noShade SIZE="1"> <h1><STRONG>MANAGEMENT INFORMATION</STRONG></h1> <h2><STRONG>The standard Controlling module</STRONG> enables powerful analysis as standard for tactical level planning and in support of management information processes:</h2> <UL> <LI>Analysis and graphical views of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including KPI forecasts <LI>Portfolio analysis revealing weak points in policy implementation <LI>Database query and selection for ad-hoc analysis by users <LI>User defined reporting <LI>Powerful simulation capabilities </LI> </UL> <p><STRONG>Strategic Planning</STRONG> of Inventory is supported through supply of accurate relevant information in a highly visual form to enable management decisions to be effective based on well founded information.</p> <p><STRONG>Internet access</STRONG>enables remote users to become involved in the management of the inventory easily without the need for expensive software installations across multiple sites.</p> <hr size="1"> <p><a href="demandplanner.htm" target="_top">Demand Planning</a>: <A onmouseover="MM_swapImage('a02','','nav/performance_on.gif',1)" onmouseout="MM_swapImgRestore()" href="demand_performance.htm" target="_top">Performance Charakteristics</A> <A onmouseover="MM_swapImage('a03','','nav/benefits_on.gif',1)" onmouseout="MM_swapImgRestore()" href="demand_benefits.htm" target="_top">Benefits</A></p> <p><a href="inventoryoptimizer.htm" target="_top">Inventory Optimization</a>: <A onmouseover="MM_swapImage('a02','','nav/performance_on.gif',1)" onmouseout="MM_swapImgRestore()" href="inventory_performance.htm" target="_top">Performance Charakteristics</A> <A onmouseover="MM_swapImage('a03','','nav/benefits_on.gif',1)" onmouseout="MM_swapImgRestore()" href="inventory_benefits.htm" target="_top">Benefits</A></p> <p><a href="integration.htm" target="_top">Integration</a></p> <hr size="1"> <p>Company: <a href="http://www.inform-ac.co.ukcompany.htm" target="_top">Focus</a> <a href="http://www.inform-ac.co.ukdevelopment.htm" target="_top">Development</a> <a href="http://www.inform-ac.co.ukglobal.htm" target="_top">Global Scope</a> <A href="http://www.inform-ac.co.uksupport.htm" target="_top">Support</A> <A href="http://www.inform-ac.co.ukzimmermann.htm" target="_top">Prof. Zimmermann<br> </A>Clients: <a href="http://www.inform-ac.co.ukclients.htm" target="_top">Selected Clients</a> <a href="http://www.inform-ac.co.ukclients-by-industry-sector.htm" target="_top">By Industry Sector</a><br> Solutions: <a href="http://www.inform-ac.co.uksolutions.htm">Solutions</a><br> News / Events: <a href="http://www.inform-ac.co.uknews.htm">News / Events</a><br> Links: <a href="http://www.inform-ac.co.ukweblinks.htm">Links</a><br> Contact: <a href="http://www.inform-ac.co.ukcontact.htm">Contact</a><br> Imprint: <a href="http://www.inform-ac.co.ukimprint.htm">Imprint</a><br> Home: <a href="http://www.inform-ac.co.uk" target="_top">www.inform-ac.co.uk</a></p> <h2 class="tf_a"> </h2> </body>