Unlock the Future with Demand and Inventory Planning – Join Us in Walldorf

Join us on April 21–22, 2026 in Walldorf, Germany for a dynamic two-day event focused on the next level of forecasting, scheduling, and replenishment in retail. Discover how the innovative SAP Demand and Inventory Planning solution is transforming the industry.

The event kicks off at 10:00 AM on April 21st and concludes at 4:30 PM on April 22nd. On the evening of April 21st, enjoy a special networking event to connect with peers in a relaxed setting.

Hear directly from leading customers as they present their projects on stage. Engage in meaningful conversations with SAP product teams and take advantage of ample opportunities to exchange ideas with fellow customers and partners.

The event is fully booked, and registration is closed. Stay tuned for upcoming events - we look forward to seeing you there!

Thank you so much for participating! Here are all the presentations.

Agenda

April 21, 2026

Stefan Binkowski and Robert Rabe, SAP

Role of Demand and Inventory Planning
Business AI and Business Data Cloud for Demand and Inventory Planning

Balaji Balasubramanian, SAP

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Topic block: Forecasting

Forecasting from F&R vs. Unified Demand Forecast vs. Demand and Inventory Planning
Utilization of Business AI
Outlook and Roadmap

Igor Kohler and Jannis Besse, SAP

André Gummich and Jennifer Wessel, Detlev Louis

Stefan Tewes, Tchibo

Patrick Pierron, CAS AG

Maria Birk, Bauhaus Danmark A/S

UDF and Integration to F&R
Improvements in Forecast Accuracy
Rollout with zero disruption to operations
Hands-off approach i.e. UDF is almost fully automated with limited user interaction

James McConchie, Foodstuffs South Island