Business and Management

Forecasting and Inventory Management

Forecasting and Inventory Management

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  • About the Editor
    • Explains how accurate demand forecasting models-qualitative and quantitative-drive optimal inventory decisions.
    • Compares inventory control policies (EOQ, ABC analysis, safety stock) to balance service levels and carrying costs.
    • Illustrates real-world case studies where integrated forecasting and replenishment systems reduce stockouts.

Kirill Makarov is a forecasting and inventory-management specialist with deep expertise in demand-planning algorithms and safety-stock optimization. He holds a Master's in Operations Research and has implemented S&OP processes for retail and manufacturing clients. Kirill publishes comparative analyses of statistical and machine-learning forecasting methods and their impact on service levels. He teaches advanced courses on multi-echelon inventory models and scenario planning. His current work integrates real-time POS data streams to refine short-term demand predictions.