The Problem
Demand forecasting at many small and mid-size teams is still just 'what did we sell last month,' with no accounting for seasonality or any measurement of forecast accuracy — which drives recurring seasonal stockouts or surplus.
A demand forecasting template using moving average and exponential smoothing methods for items with seasonal patterns.
Features
- Implements weighted moving average and exponential smoothing
- Automatic seasonal index detection from historical data
- Forecast error (MAPE) calculation for method comparison
Who It's For
Demand and sales planners with intermediate Excel proficiency
Pricing Model & License
One-time purchase, unlimited use within one organization