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
author
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)