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Alloy Planning vs ForecastX
Both stand on demand planning software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Alloy Planning brings retail demand signals, inventory information, and shared planning workflows together for consumer goods brands. Buyers need to request pricing and can discuss unlisted integrations with Alloy.ai.
Visit Alloy PlanningChoose ForecastX if your supply chain planning work is based in Excel and needs statistical demand forecasting alongside inventory and collaboration tools. Look elsewhere if you need a platform other than Windows. Check the subscription terms carefully: ForecastX 10 renews annually, and late cancellations are not refundable.
Visit ForecastXThe facts
| Alloy Planning | ForecastX | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Not published | No |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | See the plans |
| Plans published | None | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | alloy.ai | johngalt.com |
| On demand planning software | #27 of 53 | #23 of 53 |
Alloy Planning: what it does well
- Tracks demand by retailer and SKU.
- Automatically updates POS, inventory, and shipment data.
- Supports demand sensing and scenario planning.
- Forecasts at SKU-location level.
- Lists integrations including SAP IBP and Anaplan.
What to know first
- Pricing is available on request.
- Runs on the web platform.
- Other integrations require contacting Alloy.ai to discuss.
ForecastX: what it does well
- Excel plugin selects a statistical method for one-click forecasting.
- Lite includes 25+ methods and 50+ statistical measures.
- Supports inventory, safety stock and replenishment planning.
- Models event and promotion effects on demand and profitability.
- Maker says forecasts can integrate with any ERP system.
What to know first
- No free plan is available.
- The listed platform is Windows.
- ForecastX 10 is an annual subscription, with no refunds for late cancellations.
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