Next-Generation Planning Systems: The Future of Supply Chain

The Final Chapter in the Gartner Summit Blog Series

As we wrap up our five-part Gartner Summit Blog Series, we turn our attention to the transformative power of next-generation supply chain planning systems. These modern systems are purpose built to utilize the power of AI, machine learning, cloud computing and advanced supply chain solvers. They are not just tools; they represent a revolution in how businesses adapt, and collaborate in an increasingly complex world.

At the 2024 Gartner Summit, Lindsay Azim, Director Analyst emphasized the critical role of these systems in enabling high-quality, real-time decision-making. A rapidly growing list of companies like Johnson Controls (JCI), NCR Voyix, and Alliance Consumer Group (ACG) are already leveraging these solutions to drive operational excellence, streamline processes, and achieve measurable results. But what does this transformation look like in practice? To answer that, we turn to the real-world experiences of these organizations and their leaders.

Real Voices from the Field

Through the stories of industry leaders, we see how next-generation systems like ketteQ are driving measurable results across sectors:

• Phil Laster, COO and CIO of Alliance Consumer Group:

“We transitioned from static reports to real-time data, enabling salespeople to make reliable commitments to customers.”

Alliance Consumer Group leveraged ketteQ’s advanced scenario modeling to explore multiple sensitivities and make more informed decisions as a team. “We love the scenario opportunities to run multiple scenarios, look at sensitivities, and make informed decisions as a group,” Laster added.

• Brian Gilchrist, Corporate VP at NCR Voyix:

“The ability to connect sales teams in Salesforce with the forecasting process in ketteQ could create predictive forecasts, almost like AI opportunities.”

For NCR Voyix, ketteQ’s tools go beyond efficiency. “The tool itself is revenue generation, dollar for dollar. It’s about productivity and efficiency for sales, directly translating to revenue.”

What Sets Next-Generation Systems Apart?

Next generation supply chain planning systems like ketteQ integrate AI, machine learning, and real-time data, delivering actionable insights that legacy systems simply cannot match. These tools empower supply chain leaders to simulate outcomes, optimize trade-offs, and achieve operational excellence.

Key Benefits

• Faster Decisions: ketteQ’s Salesforce-enabled architecture provides real-time insights, enabling swift, confident action.

• Improved Collaboration: Cross-functional integration ensures all stakeholders have access to unified, real-time data.

• Proactive Strategies: Advanced capabilities like PolymatiQ™ scenario modeling allow organizations to anticipate disruptions and prepare effectively.

Takeaway

As we conclude this blog series, the insights are clear: next-generation planning systems are more than tools—they are catalysts for transformative change. They enable organizations to move beyond legacy systems and reactive management to proactive planning, driving measurable results like improved collaboration, faster decision-making, and enhanced revenue generation.

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Thank you for joining us on this journey into the future of supply chain planning. To learn more about how solutions like ketteQ can revolutionize your operations, explore the full blog series or reach out to us today.

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