Inventory Planner

inventory-planner.com
Inventory Management
Weekend Project

Predictive Power To Boost Your Bottom Line

How to Replace Inventory Planner

Overview

Inventory Planner is a demand forecasting and inventory planning software that helps retail and e-commerce brands optimize stock levels, automate purchasing, and maximize cash flow. The platform uses predictive analytics and configurable forecasting models to provide accurate demand predictions, automated buying suggestions, and real-time inventory insights across multiple locations and channels.

Features

25 features across 14 categories

Access Control(1)

Unlimited Users

No per-user licensing fees - unlimited users across the organization at no extra cost

Also in: Kubernetes Dashboard, Lacework, LastPass

Analytics(1)

Real-Time InsightsAI

Real-time inventory insights and analytics to make informed buying decisions

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

Automation(1)

Automated ReplenishmentAI

Automates inventory replenishment process saving customers around 23 hours per week and reducing human errors

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Demand Forecasting(4)

Automated Adjustments to New TrendsAI

Constantly monitors sales patterns and adjusts demand forecasts accordingly to always have the right stock for the next trend

Configurable Forecasting ModelsAI

Select the most suitable forecasting model for each product type (seasonal, non-seasonal, retail, wholesale) to guarantee accuracy

New Product Sales PredictionAI

Borrows sales data from similar products to predict demand for new items including size, color, fabric and pattern to reduce ordering risk

Transparent Forecasting

Full visibility into how forecasts are calculated to give confidence in making buying decisions

Financial Planning(1)

Budget Planning by Retail Weeks

Plan buying budgets by month or retail weeks to suit business goals and seasonal needs

Integration(2)

Data Warehouse ConnectorsPremium

Seamlessly sync data from any source to Inventory Planner with no siloed data or delayed syncs for businesses with large data sets

Plug & Play Integrations

Connect in minutes to sales channels, inventory management systems and ERP platforms

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Inventory Management(2)

Scalable SKU Management

No SKU limit - scales from a few hundred SKUs to complex operations managing hundreds of thousands

Warehouse & Store TransfersAI

Effortlessly sync complex inventory across channels and locations with a centralized, up-to-date view

Inventory Optimization(2)

Overstock EliminationAI

Liquidate cash flow killers before they lose appeal using key metrics like last sold date, overstock units and overstock costs

Safety Stock Optimization

Tweak stock coverage days at every level from SKU to supplier to avoid tying up cash in slow-movers or running out of top sellers

Inventory Planning(3)

Multi-Location ForecastingAI

Get reliable inventory purchasing and warehouse transfer recommendations based on up-to-date forecasts for all locations

Multi-Location Planning

Avoid overordering with tracking across all warehouses and stores to optimize inventory distribution

Open-To-Buy PlanningAI

Advanced planning tool to plan buying budgets to meet goals with market-leading customization options and market-sensitive adjustments

Marketing Integration(2)

Inventory-Powered Marketing

Sync purchasing with marketing campaigns to avoid stock-outs during promotions and marketing initiatives

Marketing & Forecasting Alignment

Sync forecasts with marketing campaigns to avoid stock-outs when launching influencer partnerships or promotions

Purchasing(2)

Automated Purchasing RecommendationsAI

Intelligent buying suggestions showing exactly what to buy and when to buy it to meet customer demand without overbuying

Multi-Supplier Management

Seamlessly manage suppliers from one platform and scale orders to meet vendor requirements including minimum order quantities

Reporting(1)

Executive-Level Reporting

Exec-level reports with customized automated summaries delivered to the right people at the right time with no login limits

Support(2)

Expert Support

24/7 monitored support plus dedicated account management for all customers

Guided Onboarding & Implementation

Expert-led implementation and training to ensure optimal results within 30 days on average

User Interface(1)

Intuitive Dashboard

Easy-to-use interface that requires minimal training and delivers value fast

Cost Calculator

Pricing data not available for Inventory Planner. Check their website for current pricing.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Inventory Planner alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 25 features.

Buy Inventory Planner

Better Value
Monthly costContact Sales
3-year totalVaries
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$12,000
Maintenance$180/mo
3-year total$18,480
Dev time~1 months

Buying Inventory Planner saves ~$18,480 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 25 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

13 known integrations