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Real-World Forecasting in Business Central

If forecasting inventory feels like you’re always reacting instead of planning ahead, you’re not alone. Many businesses struggle to balance supply and demand when they’re stuck relying on outdated reports or manual spreadsheets. That’s why the Enhanced Forecasting Worksheet was created — to give you a clearer picture of what’s coming and the tools to act on it.

Whether you’re trying to avoid stockouts, reduce carrying costs, or just make better planning decisions, this free app brings forecasting into focus with help from Microsoft Azure AI and historical insights — right inside Business Central.

Real-World Forecasting in Business Central

What you’ll learn in this demo:

  • How to forecast inventory needs using Microsoft Azure AI
  • Ways to fine-tune historical data for more accurate results
  • Filtering forecasts by item, location, or category
  • Choosing the right forecasting algorithm for your needs
  • Automating reorder point and max inventory calculations
  • How this free app fits into the Enhanced Planning Pack

Why it matters:

The Enhanced Forecasting Worksheet is not just powerful — it’s completely free. Built for inventory managers, supply chain planners, and Business Central users who want to optimize stock levels, streamline planning, and reduce costs — without paying extra for a standalone forecasting tool.

This app doesn’t just forecast demand — it helps create a consistent, repeatable planning rhythm across your business. With flexible filters for items, categories, and locations, and support for AI-enhanced and historical methods, the Enhanced Forecasting Worksheet fits into real-world supply chains where every decision counts. For Business Central users looking to improve forecasting accuracy without extra overhead, it’s a practical, time-saving solution.

Learn more at: https://ForecastingForDynamics.com

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