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DEMAND PLANNING & FORECASTING BOOT CAMP
w/ Hands-On Predictive Analytics and Use Of Big Data Workshop
New York, New Jersey, USA
December 4 – 6, 2024
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Early Bird Rate – Expires in 30 days 7 hours
(on November 13, 2024).
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“This event was very informative and there were great ideas presented that I will be using to improve our forecasting process.”
Barbara Thomas, Demand Planning Manager, Ecolab, Inc.

The IBF Boot Camp is a 2 or 3-day session that offers participants a concrete, best practice view of demand planning, S&OP/ IBP and the forecast process, while leading you through an understanding of your current forecasting software and the techniques it uses. IBF will provide expert instruction that will both introduce newcomers to the most used tools and processes, while enhancing the capabilities of long time forecasters, S&OP/ IBP, demand planning, and analytics professionals. You’ll also expand your professional network and improve your knowledge at this unique and powerful, one-of-a-kind event.

Plus, you’ll have the option to attend our 3rd day Hands-on Predictive Analytics and the use of Big Data workshop, a masterclass for demand planners and forecasters looking to implement the latest advancements and next-level techniques. This fully immersive, hands-on session will enable you to learn modern analytical methods and develop your own machine learning models for predictive analytics.

Why YOU should Attend:

  • Get expert instruction in the fundamentals of demand forecasting and planning designed to be applied in your organization straight away
  • Learn the most commonly used processes and tools that balance supply and demand
  • Drive supply chain and financial performance with better planning
  • Drive forecast accuracy, customer fill rates, inventory turns, and cash flow
  • Implement data-driven decision making in your organization
  • Meet and network with S&OP, demand planning, forecasting, predictive analytics and data science professionals
  • Learn demand forecasting by working through real-life examples in Excel
  • Leverage your software’s full capabilities, understand how it works, and correctly interpret the outputs
  • Learn practical machine learning and predictive analytics techniques for better forecast accuracy
  • Learn how to use data science to understand consumer behavior like never before
  • Use the training to prepare for the IBF certification exams: CPF & ACPF
  • Earn 10 points towards IBF recertification
Event Speakers
Sara Brumbaugh
Sara Brumbaugh
Ceres Analytics
Managing Principal

Sara Brumbaugh is Managing Principal of Ceres Analytics, a consultancy specializing in applied mathematics, statistics, and machine learning. Sara’s roots are in business forecasting: she’s worked with the IBF for over 20 years, and is the 2015 recipient of IBF’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Sara’s work in predictive analytics began with construction of forecast drivers to predict stock returns. Her recent work supported genetic brain research at Harvard Medical School. Other recent work includes, patent-pending algorithms to detect financial fraud, and genetic models to predict success of cancer chemotherapy. Sara holds a masters in Economics from Florida State University, and is a currently pursuing a second masters (Biology) at Harvard University.

Eric Wilson, ACPF
Eric Wilson, ACPF
Institute of Business Forecasting & Planning
Director – Thought Leadership

Prior Roles

  • Escalade Sports: Director of Demand Planning
  • Berry Plastics: Director of Demand Planning
  • Tempura Sealy International: Director of Demand Planning & S&OP

Industry Involvement

  • Frequent speaker and panelist for many executive forums and professional conferences
  • Written numerous articles in publications including The Journal of Business Forecasting and APICS Magazine
  • Author of the books Cultural Cycles and Predictive Analytics for Business Forecasting & Planning

Award

  • IBF Excellence in Business Forecasting & Planning

Certification

  • IBF Advanced Certified Professional Forecaster (ACPF)
Event Speakers
Sara Brumbaugh
Sara Brumbaugh
Ceres Analytics
Managing Principal
Eric Wilson, ACPF
Eric Wilson, ACPF
Institute of Business Forecasting & Planning
Director – Thought Leadership
Boot Camp Schedule
  • Boot Camp Day 1
    Dec 4, 2024
  • Boot Camp Day 2
    Dec 5, 2024
  • Boot Camp Day 3 (optional)
    Dec 6, 2024
Day #1: Introduction to Business Forecasting, Planning & Leadership
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Morning Refreshments & Registration
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
MODULE 1: Fundamentals of Business Forecasting & Planning
  • Learning Objectives
  • S&OP Overview
  • Demand Planning Overview
  • Why do Businesses Forecast and Plan?
  • Summary
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Morning Break
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
MODULE 2: The Forecasting Process and the Roles of Cross-Functional Team Members
  • Learning Objectives
  • Forecasting Process & Roles of Cross-Functional Team Members
  • Marketing
  • Finance
  • Supply Chain/Production and Logistics
  • Human Resources
  • Natural Biases
  • Summary
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
MODULE 3: Consensus Forecasting & the Communication Process
  • Learning Objectives
  • Problems of Multiple Number Plans
  • Consensus is Critical
  • Best Communication Practices
  • Gaining Upper Management Buy-In Agenda
  • Reporting Forecasts
  • Presenting Forecasts
  • Summary
12:45 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
MODULE 4: Driving Business Value
  • Learning Objectives
  • Major Characteristics of S&OP
  • S&OP Monthly Cycle Timeline
  • Ingredients of Successful S&OP Process
  • Summary
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
MODULE 5: External Collaboration and CPFR
  • Learning Objectives
  • What is CPFR
  • CPFR Model
  • CPFR: Challenges and Keys to Success
  • CPFR Benefits
  • Summary
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Afternoon Break
3:15 PM - 5:00 PM
MODULE 6: Data Management
  • Learning Objectives
  • What you Need to Know about Data
  • Univariate Time Series Model Elements
  • Pattern Recognition: Linear Patterns
  • Exponential Smoothing Models
  • Data Analysis
  • Random Noise
  • Forecastability Analysis
  • Data Analysis Checklist
  • Summary
Pricing
Early Bird Rate
(Expires in 30 days 7 hours)
SILVER PACKAGE
$1,899.00
$1,799

Member’s discount: -$100

GOLD PACKAGE
$2,149.00
$2,049
PLATINUM PACKAGE
$2,599.00
$2,499

Member’s discount: -$100

DIAMOND PACKAGE
$2,849.00
$2,749
4th FREE - DIAMOND GROUP
Best Value (Group) (4 persons for price of 3)
$8,547.00
$8,247
DIAMOND CPF CERTIFICATION PACKAGE
Best Value (+CPF Certification)
$4,099.00
$3,999
DIAMOND GROUP PACKAGE
(2 Persons)
$5,598.00
$5,398
PLATINUM GROUP PACKAGE
(2 PERSONS)
$5,098.00
$4,898
WORKSHOP: PREDICTIVE ANALYTICS AND USE OF BIG DATA ONLY
$1,549.00
$1,449

Member’s discount: -$100

ADD-ON: Certificate in S&OP/ IBP
$899.00
$899
ADD-ON: CERTIFICATE IN SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNING
$899.00
$899
DEMAND PLANNING & FORECASTING BOOT CAMP
DECEMBER 4-5, 2024
PREDICTIVE ANALYTICS & THE USE OF BIG DATA WORKSHOP
DECEMBER 6, 2024
BREAKFAST & LUNCH
1 YEAR SUBSCRIPTION TO JOURNAL OF BUSINESS FORECASTING
(INCLUDED WITH IBF MEMBERSHIP)
ACCESSS TO 40+ YEARS OF ARTICLES AND IBF RESEARCH
(INCLUDED WITH IBF MEMBERSHIP)
COST OF FORECAST ERROR CALCULATOR
(BUILD BUSINESS CASE FOR PLANNING RESOURCES (INCLUDED WITH IBF MEMBERSHIP)
SIGNIFICANT DISCOUNTS AT FUTURE IBF EVENTS
(INCLUDED WITH IBF MEMBERSHIP)
FREE FORECASTING & PLANNING TUTORIAL AT SELECT IBF EVENTS
(INCLUDED WITH IBF MEMBERSHIP, $1000+ Value)
BENCHMARKING RESEARCH REPORTS
(INCLUDED WITH IBF MEMBERSHIP)
CPF CERTIFICATION EXAMS
3 EXAMS
BOOK: FUNDAMENTALS OF DEMAND PLANNING & FORECASTING
(FREE SHIPPING)
CERTIFICATE: S&OP/ IBP - INCLUDES EXAM FOR KNOWLEDGE-CHECK
CERTIFICATE: SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNING - INCLUDES EXAM FOR KNOWLEDGE-CHECK

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Put the IBF to Work for You!

Become an IBF Member and Start Improving Your Forecasting & Planning Performance Today.

The IBF Advantage:

IBF members include well-known company professionals that span a broad array of business sectors. By joining our organization, you can make certain that your company sets up the right forecasting & planning process and uses the best techniques available. Moreover, you can be sure that your forecasting and demand planning staff has the proper knowledge and skill set for success.

As an IBF member you receive:

  • A subscription to the Journal of Business Forecasting, which is primarily written by and geared toward practitioners.
  • Our Research Reports which include valuable benchmarking information and provide you with eye opening information on various topics in Business Forecasting and Planning.
  • Special discounts on our Conferences, Workshops, Training Seminars, Certification Program, as well as on any new products and services we will offer in the future.
  • Access to Journal of Business Forecasting Past Articles (FREE)Access to our growing online Knowledge section & Action Templates
  • Complimentary 1-day Tutorials at select Global events ($1000 USD Value)
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Event Location
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport
+1-973-690-5500
128 Frontage Road
New York, New Jersey
07114 USA
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