White Paper

Demand Driven Replenishment

with SAP S/4HANA

Demand Driven Replenishment brings material planning into the digital age - flexible, data-based and reflects actual demand.

Dynamic buffers and data-based control

With Demand Driven Replenishment (DDR), SAP S/4HANA offers a modern, data-based solution for optimizing material supply. In contrast to traditional, forecast-based planning methods, DDR relies on real consumption data and deliberately dispenses with sales forecasts.

The system continuously calculates dynamic buffers at defined decoupling points in the supply chain. These buffers are flexibly adapted to fluctuations in demand in order to avoid the so-called bullwhip effect and ensure a stable material flow.

The contents of the white paper at a glance

The white paper explains the principles of demand-driven replenishment and explains how DDR is based on real consumption data and replaces traditional forecasting methods.

Discover how DDR works as an integral part of SAP S/4HANA, how dynamic buffers are calculated at decoupling points and what automation options are available.

We show you how companies can use DDR to optimize their inventories, reduce costs and improve delivery capability - especially in industries with high demand volatility.

The white paper describes the individual phases of DDR planning including insights into the system and provides recommendations for successful implementation in daily material requirements planning.

Tailored for the consumer

goods industry

DDR is particularly suitable for materials with high demand volatility or a short consumption history. The solution is fully integrated into SAP S/4HANA and uses real-time consumption data for precise and automated replenishment planning. Companies benefit from lower inventory costs, greater efficiency and improved delivery capability - key advantages for the consumer goods industry, which is characterized by volatile markets and short product life cycles.

Download our white paper now and discover how Demand Driven Replenishment can sustainably optimize your supply chain!

Our Offering

4brands Reply is your specialist for the digital value chain in the consumer goods industry and provides expert support for the introduction of Demand Driven Replenishment with SAP S/4HANA. Thanks to our in-depth understanding of the industry and extensive project experience, we develop intelligent, flexible and future-proof replenishment processes. As a long-standing SAP partner, we offer practical solutions for modern and resilient supply chain management and thus strengthen the digital performance of our customers in a targeted manner.

Our service portfolio in the area of Demand Driven Replenishment includes:

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4brands Reply specializes in the consumer goods industry and supports companies in the design of their individual digital transformation processes with innovative IT technologies. 4brands Reply's approach focuses on the consumer with his Customer Journey, which covers the entire value chain of the company. The offer includes process consulting and system integration for the core areas of Customer Experience Management, Revenue Growth Management, management of Demand-driven Supply Chains, Enterprise Management and management of a Digital Data Platform.