ForecastWorx generates supplier-aware, constraint-based order recommendations that respect MOQs, lead times, and rounding rules — giving buyers back hours every week.
This feature is part of the ForecastWorx connected planning platform — an AI-native system where demand forecasting, inventory optimization, replenishment automation, and supply planning share the same data layer and work together in real time. Every capability described below is designed to reduce manual effort, improve decision quality, and deliver measurable business outcomes for planning teams across retail, wholesale, CPG, and manufacturing.
Perspectives
Automated recommendations handle the routine so buyers can focus on strategic sourcing and supplier relationships.
Time-phased replenishment recommendations based on demand forecasts, inventory policies, and supply constraints.
MOQs, pack sizes, lead times, capacity windows, and supplier calendars are built into every recommendation.
Buyers review, adjust, and approve orders in structured workflows with exception highlighting and bulk actions.
Monitor actual vs. quoted lead times by supplier to improve planning accuracy and identify reliability issues.
Generate inter-location transfer recommendations to rebalance inventory across your network.
Combine orders across items and locations to meet supplier minimums and optimize freight.
Step 01
ForecastWorx projects net requirements by item-location based on demand forecasts, on-hand inventory, open orders, and safety stock targets.
Step 02
The system applies supplier MOQs, pack sizes, lead times, and capacity constraints to generate feasible order quantities.
Step 03
Buyers receive a prioritized worklist of orders needing review — urgent shortages, large orders, or constraint conflicts.
Step 04
Approve orders individually or in bulk, then release to your ERP or procurement system for execution.
Step 05
Monitor order fill rates, lead time accuracy, and supplier performance to continuously improve planning parameters.
ForecastWorx complements your ERP by providing more intelligent, demand-driven replenishment recommendations. Orders can be released back to your ERP for execution.
MOQs, pack sizes, lead times, capacity windows, and supplier calendars are all configurable per supplier-item combination and factored into every order recommendation.
Absolutely. ForecastWorx provides structured review workflows where buyers can adjust quantities, timing, and sourcing before approval. The goal is to reduce manual work, not eliminate buyer judgment.
Yes. ForecastWorx can generate transfer recommendations to rebalance inventory across locations based on demand patterns and stock positions.
See how ForecastWorx saves buyers 5+ hours per week with intelligent order recommendations.
"In supply chain, the companies that see demand before it arrives will be the ones that survive."— MIT Sloan Management Review