Demand forecasting and planning for fresh Produce
Maximize sales opportunities, anticipate market trends and coordinate your supply chain
In today's dynamic market, staying ahead means understanding and adapting to your customers' evolving needs. Our Demand Forecasting and Planning Software is the tool you need to transform your business approach.
Leverage the potential of machine learning forecasting and integrated planning tools
Make the most of your customers' demand. Anticipate fluctuations and optimise your stock in advance. Use your promotional and advertising budget to align orders with surges in availability.
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less demand forecast errors vs legacy system
10x
more responsive and 5x more detailed budget
10000
promotions decoded, moving away from black box forecasting
Benefits
Accurate demand forecasting
Our automated system interprets demand signals to optimize inventory, reduce waste, and enhance sales opportunities. Gain actionable insights for strategic adjustments in packaging, pricing, and promotions
Streamlined team communication
Enhance cross-team collaboration with our tool that simplifies data entry and cleaning, reducing planning cycle time. This fosters efficient feedback loops and decision-making across departments
Seamless integrated planning
Experience zero lead time in planning with Fresh4cast. Our tool ensures compatibility in data formats and synchronization across various planning levels, enhancing operational efficiency
Advanced speed and precision
Stay ahead with our algorithm-driven demand sensing. Faster and more accurate than manual processes, it allows your team to focus on strategic oversight and make informed adjustments as needed
“Fresh4cast’s tools have sharpened our demand-driven forecasting and planning processes, enhancing accuracy, driving value and generating insights for better decision-making across the board”
Features
Baseline models
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Detects anomalies and outliers in data patterns.
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Filters out noise from causal events to provide clear demand signals.
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Simulates hypothetical scenarios where certain constraints are absent.
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Creates reference points for evaluating the impact of promotions and supply chain issues.
Demand forecasting
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Utilizes a mix of models including machine learning solution for forecasting.
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Selects the most effective forecasting model tailored for each client and SKU.
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Adjusts forecasts to account for promotional impact, product cannibalization, and halo effects.
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Manages and interprets seasonal trends and evolving client behaviors.
Demand planning
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Seamlessly integrates with forecasting tools and other demand indicators.
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Performs large-scale data transformations across different levels for flexible planning.
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Handles the complexities of product portfolios, seasonal variances, and changes in planned activities.
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Generates planning outputs that align with the needs of various stakeholders.
Demand sensing
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Leverages long-term data to predict short-term demand shifts.
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Quickly interprets rapid changes in demand.
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Incorporates daily trading patterns of clients.
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Adjusts for the introduction of new products and the phasing out of old ones.
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Learns from past errors to reduce forecasting bias.
