In-Person Masterclass · Toronto, Canada
Master Demand Forecasting in One Day
A hands-on, practitioner-led workshop combining supply chain theory, live AI-powered forecasting tools, and a collaborative S&OP simulation — designed for senior professionals who need to act on forecasts, not just read them.
Delivered by
SCMDOJO
in partnership withColibri S&OP
CAD199/ person
Group discounts available · NISCL Canada members: FREE
🔥 Seats filling fast — limited to 20 participants
Full-Day Schedule
What Your Day Looks Like
A structured 6-hour masterclass — theory, tools, lunch, live demo, and a hands-on S&OP simulation.
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Morning · ~3 Hours
Demand Management & Forecasting Fundamentals
From the basics of demand management to advanced forecasting theory. Cover supply/demand balance, demand components (trend, seasonality, cyclical, random), qualitative vs. quantitative methods, and forecast error metrics including MAD, MAPE, and APE.
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Midday · Included
Lunch & Networking Break
Catered lunch provided. Connect with peers, exchange supply chain war stories, and get informal Q&A time with Dr. Muddassir Ahmed.
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Afternoon · ~1 Hour
Live AI-Powered Forecasting Demo — Colibri S&OP
Alexia Vitalli walks you through Colibri S&OP's AI/ML forecasting engine live — best-fit model selection, demand signal integration (promotions, events, ads), and cross-functional collaboration workflows inside the platform.
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Late Afternoon · ~2 Hours
Hands-On S&OP Simulation Exercise
You're in the hot seat. Work through a real collaborative S&OP scenario using Colibri's platform — build a forecast, run overrides, collaborate across functions, and see how your decisions hit inventory and service levels. This is where theory becomes instinct.
Curriculum
4 Progressive Modules
Built for practitioners — every module connects directly to decisions you make on the job.
Module 01
Introduction to Demand Management
- What demand management means for your supply chain
- Strategic and business planning alignment
- Consequences of supply/demand imbalance
- How a demand plan is produced end-to-end
Module 02
Fundamentals of Forecasting
- Why forecasts are never 100% accurate — and why that's fine
- Demand components: trend, seasonality, cyclical, random
- Qualitative vs. quantitative methods
- Moving Average and Exponential Smoothing introduction
Module 03
Forecast Accuracy & Error Minimisation
- MAD, MAPE, APE error metrics explained
- Bias vs. random variation — diagnosing the cause
- Monitoring forecasts and correcting drift
- Safety stock and supply chain implications
Module 04
Real-Life Application with Colibri S&OP
- AI/ML-powered demand forecasting in practice
- Best-fit model selection across product horizons
- Collaborative S&OP workflows with audit trails
- Simulated case study — end-to-end planning exercise
Your Trainers
Learn From Practitioners, Not Academics
Real experience. Real tools. Real supply chain decisions — brought into the room.
Dr. Muddassir Ahmed
Founder & CEO · SCMDOJO
Ranked Top 10 Supply Chain Influencer globally by Supply Chain Digital. PhD in Management Science from Lancaster University. Six Sigma Black Belt. Founder of SCMDOJO — a platform trusted by 300,000+ senior supply chain professionals worldwide.
Alexia Vitalli
Head of Americas · Colibri S&OP
Alexia leads Colibri S&OP's Americas business, working hands-on with supply chain teams to move beyond spreadsheets and into AI-powered demand forecasting, S&OP process design, and cross-functional collaboration workflows.
Who Should Attend
Built for Mid-to-Senior SC Professionals
If your role touches demand, inventory, planning, or operations — this day is for you.
Demand Planners
Inventory Planners
S&OP Managers
Supply Chain Managers
Operations & Production Managers
Procurement Managers
Finance Managers (SC exposure)
Sales & Marketing Leaders
Executive Supply Chain Leaders
Venue
CoLab Mississauga
Address1810 Dundas St E
Mississauga, ON L4X 1L8, Canada
Mississauga, ON L4X 1L8, Canada
Date & TimeTuesday, May 12, 2026
Full day · 6 hours + lunch
Full day · 6 hours + lunch
CateringLunch and refreshments included
Sponsored by Colibri S&OP
Sponsored by Colibri S&OP
Getting ThereAccessible by car & transit
Parking available on-site
Parking available on-site
Ready to level up your forecasting?
One day. Real skills. Immediate application. Limited to 20 seats.
StandardCAD 199per person
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NISCL MembersFREEeligible members
