Demand forecasting in Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3

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This paper describes the main features of the demand forecasting tool and how they integrate with Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012. These features include:

  • Generation of baseline forecast based on historical data

  • Use of forecast dimensions

  • Visualization of demand trends

  • Adjustment of demand forecast

  • Removal of outliers

  • Forecast accuracy KPIs

This paper also describes how the demand forecasting solution uses products in the Microsoft operating system, such as Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft SQL Server Analysis Services, and Microsoft Excel.

Demand forecasting in Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3