The agenda for this session included:

• Explanation of unique vs standard planning processes and how IBP adapts to both
• Comparison of Made-to-Order (MTO) and Made-to-Stock (MTS) strategies in supply chain
• Overview of flexibility in IBP through configurable data models, algorithms, and key figures
• Integration of ERP, CRM, BPC, APO, and BW systems with IBP for unified planning
• Description of SAP IBP’s user-friendly interfaces and collaboration tools like SAP Jam
• Coverage of time-series supply planning methods and heuristic-based planning scenarios
• Discussion on supply chain resilience, bullwhip effect, and design-to-operate processes