Instructor-led5 DaysAdvancedPractice labsCertificate on completion
Overview
In this course you will gain a solid understanding of the SAP IBP, advanced inventory optimization component, and its associated business processes. This course aims to clarify where and when SAP IBP for inventory should be considered and which major features are provided in this area. Instructor-led training is supplemented with hands-on exercises.
What you'll learn
Outline the features of SAP IBP, advanced inventory optimization
Explain how SAP IBP Inventory Optimization fits into the S&OP business processes.
Setup single- and multi-stage inventory logic
Identify and use the required attributes and key figures, and master data
Use multi-level BOM Planning
Actively engage in SAP IBP implementation projects
Skills you'll gain
Others
Content
Introduction to Inventory Planning and Optimization with SAP IBP, advanced inventory optimization
Understanding Inventory Planning
Understanding Inventory Optimization
Discovering Added value to your Integrated Business Planning through Inventory Optimization
Understanding Key Differentiators of SAP IBP for inventory
Implementing SAP IBP, advanced inventory optimization within SAP IBP
Utilizing Inventory Planning and Optimization
SAP IBP for Inventory: Configuring and Preparing for Use
Describing the Business Planning Scenario
Options for Handling Uncertainty
Examining Attributes and Master Data Types
Analyzing Planning Levels and Key Figures
Planning Details
Inventory Profiles
Creating an Inventory Optimization Process
Positioning SAP IBP for Inventory in a S&OP Process
Running an ABC/XYZ-Segmentation and a Time-Series Analysis
Forecast Error Calculation
Supply Lead Time Calculation
Role of an Inventory Planner as key player within the Sales and Operations Process
The Power of Multi-echelon
Introduction to an overarching SAP IBP optimizer methodology
Normal vs. Gamma distribution
Demand Propagation
Exposure demand, supply variability and service variability calculations
Multi-stage application via an example
Other drivers of safety stock: service level, periods between replenishment, lot size, delivery type and promotions
Validating inputs
Holistic Approach
Input review and initial variables
Running an Inventory Optimization Operator
Special attributes
Network Analysis
Global (multi-stage) inventory optimization
Predict Service Levels
Calculate Target Inventory Components
Analyzing the Results of an inventory optimization run
Inventory Plan Review
Supply Chain Network App
AI-Assisted Inventory Analysis
Applications Jobs App
Planning Results
Scenario Planning
Finalizing the Inventory Plan
Adjusting the Inventory Plan
Finalizing the inventory Plan
Audience
Application Consultant
Business Process Owner / Team Lead / Power User
Solution Architect
Course Based on Software Release
SAP IBP OD 2608
Pre-requisite Learning
Essential
IBP100 - Discovering SAP Integrated Business Planning
IBP200 - Discovering SAP IBP foundation - sales and operations planning
