Think Supply Chain Differently
SAP IBP Sneak preview of 2511 release is out now. Unlike some of the previous updates, 2511 brings a refreshing set of enhancements across multiple functional areas. There are several noticeable improvements in area of Order Based Planning, Integration, AI etc. Integration Developments : Real-Time Integration: Integration of Contract Data It is now possible to[…]
SAP IBP Sneak preview of 2508 release is out now. Unlike some of the previous updates, 2508 brings a refreshing set of enhancements across multiple functional areas. The biggest game changer is introduction of SAPIBP2 and to complement there are improvements in area of Order Based Planning, Demand Planning and Planner workspace. Introduction of the[…]
What is VMI planning? Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI), also known as supplier-managed inventory from the customer’s perspective, is a data-driven approach where suppliers take responsibility for managing the stock levels of their products, components, or materials at the vendor’s or distributor’s site. This strategy helps prevent shortages and surpluses, enabling a leaner and more efficient supply[…]
SAP IBP Sneak preview of 2505 release is out now. Similar to previous releases the Sneak preview has disappointed in most of the areas like Time Series Supply Planning, Demand Planning. There was some hope that we may see a glimpse of Harmonized Supply Planning in 2505 release but seems it has been delayed by[…]
SAP Help provides separate comparisons for Time Series (TS) and OBP planning engines. At SmartCons, we’ve merged these into a unified view, offering a side-by-side comparison for better decision-making. IBP Response and Supply Planning Approaches SAP IBP’s Response and Supply module features two primary approaches, each tailored for different planning needs: Time Series-Based Planning (TS)[…]
SAP IBP sneak preview of 2502 release is out on December 16 2024. Similar to previous releases the Sneak preview has disappointed in some areas like Time Series Supply Planning, Demand Planning but there are lot of interesting developments in areas like Order Based Planing. Let’s walkthrough them together – Additionally, SAP has now made[…]
As IBP sneak preview of 2408 release is out on June 24 2024. Although the Sneak preview has disappointed in area of Time Series Supply Planning where there is no new development at all, there are still interesting developments coming possibly. Let’s walkthrough them together – Allows flexibility to save frequently used job definitions and[…]
SAP IBP sneak preview of 2405 release is out on April 2 2024. Although the Sneak preview has disappointed in certain areas like Time Series Supply Planning there are still interesting developments coming possibly. Let’s walkthrough them together – You can also go to SAP Sneak preview 2405 directly by clicking link If you want[…]
Background – Supply algorithms often provide a feasible plan and this plan may require further revision based on business realities. To reflect these business realities planner often need to review alerts or plan and then modify it so that it can be executed. With that said there are various possibilities which IBP offers to make[…]
SAP IBP sneak preview of 2402 release is out, lets see some of the interesting functionalities which will probably be released – 1) New Simplified Key Figure Calculation: Add Time Dimension – it will now be possible to add time dimension to key figures which are time-independent, this feature will be very useful to display time-independent[…]
