Sextant / Supply Chain & Logistics / SCM-076

Supply Chain & Logistics

Digital and AI Applications in Demand Planning and Forecasting

Code SCM-076Level IntermediateDuration 5 / 10 daysLanguage English or French

Overview

This intermediate-level programme on Demand Planning and Forecasting gives participants working command of the methods, standards and tools used by leading organisations. It combines expert-led sessions, hands-on exercises, case studies from the Middle East, Europe and Africa, and a personal action plan to apply on return to work.

Designed for procurement, supply chain, warehouse and logistics staff.

Learning objectives

  • Master the principles, terminology and code requirements of Demand Planning and Forecasting
  • Apply proven methods and tools to real field situations
  • Analyse risk, cost and performance to make better decisions
  • Learn from international case studies and industry best practice
  • Build a practical improvement plan for your organisation

Course outline

Day 1Principles, terminology and the standards framework
Day 2Core methods, calculations and tools
Day 3Practical applications and group workshops
Day 4International case studies and lessons learned
Day 5Implementation roadmap, assessment and close
Day 6Advanced requirements and changes in the standards
Day 7Optimisation, KPIs and performance analysis
Day 8Risk management and decision making
Day 9Digital transformation and applied AI tools
Day 10Capstone project, presentation and final assessment

Upcoming sessions

  • Cairo18 Jan – 22 Jan 2027
  • Zurich29 Mar – 2 Apr 2027
  • Milan14 Jun – 18 Jun 2027
  • Nice13 Sept – 17 Sept 2027

Available in all our Middle East and Europe cities, live online for Africa and worldwide, or at your premises.