Supply chain planning software provides tools to help plan and organize the different parts of a supply chain. Supply chain planning software allows companies to streamline and accelerate supply chain processes by detecting supply chain issues and forecasting supply and demand from customers. Common functionality within these tools includes supply chain simulations, Gantt charts for plan views, and dashboards to analyze current supply and demand. Supply chain planning software is often implemented within the stack of other various supply chain management tools, such as supply chain visibility software and supplier relationship management software.
To qualify for inclusion in the Supply Chain Planning category, a product must:
Provide tools for demand planning, inventory planning, replenishment planning, and order planning
Facilitate delivery schedules and load planning
Customize plans based on individual business priorities