What is 'forecasted demand' in SAP SCM-APO-ATP - Global Available-to-Promise?

forecasted demand - Overview

• Component: SCM-APO-ATP

• Component Name: Global Available-to-Promise

• Description: Result of the forecast run performed by the user in Demand Planning in SAP APO.

forecasted demand - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Forecasted demand is a term used in SAP's SCM-APO-ATP Global Available-to-Promise (ATP) component. It is the estimated demand for a product or service based on past sales and other market data. This forecasted demand is used to determine the availability of a product or service and to plan for future production and supply chain needs. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Forecasted demand can be used to help businesses plan for future production and supply chain needs. The forecasted demand can be used to determine the availability of a product or service, as well as to plan for future production and supply chain needs. The forecasted demand can also be used to help businesses make decisions about pricing, promotions, and inventory levels. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using forecasted demand, it is important to consider the accuracy of the data being used. It is also important to consider the time frame of the forecasted demand, as well as any external factors that may affect the accuracy of the forecast. Additionally, it is important to consider any seasonal trends that may affect the accuracy of the forecast. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP's SCM-APO-ATP Global Available-to-Promise (ATP) component, please visit SAP's website at https://www.sap.com/products/scm-apo-atp-global-available-to-promise.html. Additionally, there are many resources available online that provide more information on forecasting techniques and best practices.