Demand Forecasting is the process of predicting future customer demand using historical data, market trends, and AI-driven models. It helps businesses optimize inventory, reduce costs, and make informed strategic decisions.
Demand Forecasting
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Types of Forecasting:
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Qualitative (expert opinion, market research)
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Quantitative (time series, causal models)
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Common Methods:
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Moving Average
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Exponential Smoothing
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ARIMA
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Machine Learning models (e.g., Random Forest, XGBoost)
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Benefits:
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Optimizes inventory and supply chain
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Reduces costs due to overstocking or stockouts
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Enhances customer satisfaction
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Informs business strategy and planning
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Challenges:
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Data quality issues
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Demand volatility and seasonality
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External factors (economy, competition, etc.)
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Use Cases:
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Retail and eCommerce
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Manufacturing
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Logistics
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Food and Beverage Industry
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Return and Refund policy. If your requirement is not satisfied. 100% refund. TC applicable
