Turning Consumption Data Into Robust Demand Plans: How To Implement Consumption-Based Forecast Models In Your Organization

Virtual Best Practices Conference: Business Planning, Forecasting & S&OP/ IBP

What consumption-based forecasting is, including the inputs and outputs
The value of POS data in your forecasting to see drivers of demand like store placement, promotions and price
Practical steps to implementing a consumption-based model into your demand planning where we translate consumer demand into shipment/replenishment plans
Examples of how it can be used to improve collaboration with your cross-functional partners and generate more robust insights in your demand reviews

Meredith Cannon

Senior Director of Sales and Operations Planning

Bimbo Bakeries USA

Prior Roles:

Campbell’s Snacks: Director Integrated Business Planning, Implementation Lead
Ball Corporation: Director of Demand Planning and Customer Fulfillment
WhiteWave Foods and L’Oreal: Led demand planning

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