Webinar

SAP IBP: A 5-part Series to Build a More Resilient, Connected Supply Chain

Supply chain organizations are under constant pressure to respond to changing demand, inventory constraints, supply disruptions, and rising costs. This five-part micro-series provides a practical introduction to SAP Integrated Business Planning (SAP IBP) and how it helps organizations connect planning processes, improve forecast accuracy, optimize inventory, and make faster, more confident decisions.

Led by Syskoplan Reply's SAP IBP Practice Director, Rahul Agarwal, each 30-minute session explores a critical planning discipline through real-world examples and practical insights. Whether you're evaluating SAP IBP, beginning your transformation journey, or looking to expand your understanding of the platform, this series will help you understand how connected planning drives better business outcomes.

Please note that registering for one session will not register you for all sessions. You are encouraged to register for all the sessions that you are interested in attending.

November 3rd at 11AM ET

Session 1 of 5 : Why Connected Planning Wins — Vision, Platform & Data Model

When planning data lives in multiple systems, decision-making becomes more difficult. During Session 1, Rahul will share how SAP IBP brings demand, supply, inventory, and financial planning together in one connected platform to improve collaboration, increase visibility, and support faster, more confident decisions. A great starting point for those new to SAP IBP or exploring how connected planning can transform their business.

Please note that you will need to register separately for each session you wish to attend.

November 11th at 11AM ET

Session 2 of 5 : Sales & Operations Planning — One Number, Scenarios & Financial Alignment

When sales, operations, and finance operate from different numbers, decision-making slows down. In Session 2, Rahul will share how SAP IBP enables a unified S&OP process through scenario planning, collaboration, and financial alignment. Ideal for organizations whose S&OP meetings still focus on reconciling numbers instead of making decisions.

Please note that you will need to register separately for each session you wish to attend.

November 17th at 11AM ET

Session 3 of 5 : Demand Planning Fundamentals — Statistical & ML Forecasting

Accurate forecasting starts with choosing the right approach for the right demand pattern. During Session 3, we will explore how SAP IBP uses statistical forecasting and machine learning to improve forecast accuracy and support better planning decisions. Ideal for demand planners looking to better understand and explain the forecasts they rely on every day.

Please note that you will need to register separately for each session you wish to attend.

December 2nd at 11AM ET

Session 4 of 5: Demand Sensing, Segmentation & New Product Introduction

During Session 4, discover how to improve forecast responsiveness with SAP IBP Demand Sensing, Segmentation, and New Product Introduction. Learn how to use near real-time demand signals, focus planning efforts where they matter most, and build forecasts for new products with limited historical data. Ideal if your short-term forecast and actual demand often fail to align.

Please note that you will need to register separately for each session you wish to attend.

December 9th at 11AM ET

Session 5 of 5 : Inventory Optimization — Multi-Echelon Safety Stock & Network Policy

Too much inventory ties up capital. Too little inventory puts service levels at risk. In Session 5, we’ll discover how SAP IBP helps organizations optimize inventory across the network, balancing cost, service, and risk through multi-echelon inventory optimization. Ideal for inventory and supply planners, and for finance teams looking to understand why working capital continues to grow.

Please note that you will need to register separately for each session you wish to attend.