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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.
This Virtual IBF Boot Camp is designed for forecasting and planning professionals in Asian time zones. It is a 2 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, 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.
Why YOU should Attend:
- Get expert instruction that will both introduce newcomers to the most used processes and tools, while enhancing the capabilities of long time Forecasting, Demand Planning, and Analytics professionals.
- Meet and network with S&OP, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Predictive Analytics & Data Science professionals
- Learn best practice forecasting examples in Excel format
- Gain concrete knowledge of your software’s capabilities and its ability to correctly interpret your software’s output, while understanding the techniques it uses
- Learn Data Science applications and predictive analytics for forecasting
- Prepare for the IBF certification exams: CPF & ACPF
- Earn 10 points towards IBF recertification
- All this and much more...
Event Speakers
Mary Tan, ACPF
Institute of Business Forecasting & Planning
Sr. Consultant/Facilitator
Virtual Boot Camp Schedule
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Boot Camp Day 1Oct 5, 2023
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Boot Camp Day 2Oct 6, 2023
Day #1: Introduction to Business Forecasting, Planning & Leadership
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM (Singapore Time)
MODULE 1: Fundamentals of Business Forecasting & Planning
- Why we forecast and Key Principles of Forecasting
- The Relationship Between Forecasting, Supply, and Budgets
- Understanding and What are Causes of Uncertainty
- Challenges of Forecasting Exercise
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM (Singapore Time)
Morning Break
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM (Singapore Time)
MODULE 2: Collaborative Forecasting & Roles of Cross-Functional Team Members
- The Roles and Responsibilities of Forecasting
- How To Best Utilize the Skills & Expertise of Team Members
- Understanding and What are Causes of Bias
- Identifying Bias Exercise
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM (Singapore Time)
MODULE 3: Consensus Forecasting & Planning Process
- Keys of Developing Consensus Forecast
- Considerations and Important Questions When Developing a Forecast
- Factors in Effective Communication, Presenting, Reporting & Selling
- Building Support of Forecasting Case Study
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM (Singapore Time)
Lunch/ Break
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (Singapore Time)
MODULE 4: Sales & Operations Planning: Driving Business (S&OP/IBP)
- The S&OP Process Characteristics and Principles
- Core Team Members and Roles
- The S&OP Process and Reviews
- Maturity Exercise and Best Practices Review
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM (Singapore Time)
Afternoon Break
2:45 PM - 4:00 PM (Singapore Time)
MODULE 5: External Collaboration & Planning
- What is External Planning Mindset
- The Collaborative Planning, Forecasting & Replenishment Process (CPFR)
- Challenges, Keys to Success & Benefits of External Collaboration
- External Planning and Forecasting Case Study
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Singapore Time)
MODULE 6: Data Analysis & Management
- General Types of Data
- How to Identify the Basic Components of Demand Data
- How to Analyze Data Issues & Determine Correct Treatment
- Data Cleansing Excel Exercise
Presented By:
Pricing
Onsite Rate
(Expires in 14 days 5 hours)
SILVER PACKAGE
$999
Member’s discount: -$50
S$1,450
SILVER GROUP PACKAGE
(2 PERSONS)
$1,898
S$2,830
GOLD PACKAGE
$1,299
S$1,955
4th FREE - GOLD GROUP
Best Value (Group) (4 persons for price of 3)
$3,897
S$5,865
GOLD CPF CERTIFICATION PACKAGE
Best Value (+CPF Certification)
$2,549
S$3,768
GOLD GROUP PACKAGE
(2 PERSONS)
$2,498
S$3,840
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ASIA VIRTUAL DEMAND PLANNING & FORECASTING BOOT CAMP
5-6 OCTOBER 2023
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1 YEAR SUBSCRIPTION TO JOURNAL OF BUSINESS FORECASTING
(INCLUDED WITH IBF MEMBERSHIP)
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ACCESSS TO 40+ YEARS OF ARTICLES AND IBF RESEARCH
(INCLUDED WITH IBF MEMBERSHIP)
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COST OF FORECAST ERROR CALCULATOR | BUILD BUSINESS CASE FOR PLANNING RESOURCES
(INCLUDED WITH IBF MEMBERSHIP)
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SIGNIFICANT DISCOUNTS AT FUTURE IBF EVENTS
(INCLUDED WITH IBF MEMBERSHIP)
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FREE FORECASTING TUTORIAL AT SELECT IBF EVENTS
(INCLUDED WITH IBF MEMBERSHIP, $1000 Value)
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BENCHMARKING RESEARCH REPORTS
(INCLUDED WITH IBF MEMBERSHIP)
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CPF CERTIFICATION EXAMS
3 EXAMS
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BOOK: FUNDAMENTALS OF DEMAND PLANNING & FORECASTING
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