The Role of Predictive Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, and Big Data in Business Forecasting
VIRTUAL PREDICTIVE BUSINESS ANALYTICS, FORECASTING & PLANNING CONFERENCE
The Role of Predictive Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, and Big Data in Business Forecasting
You will learn:
- How machine learning, artificial intelligence and other technologies are changing demand forecasting
- The core concepts underlying the revolution in forecasting and demand planning
- How to use predictive analytics to improve forecasting to become more agile and responsive to true demand
- How to determine when to use qualitative measures instead of analytics for better planning and forecasting
- How to position yourself for success in this new era of demand planning and forecasting
Eric Wilson, ACPF
Director – Thought Leadership
Institute of Business Forecasting & Planning
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)