Forecast Pro
Demand planning software
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What is Forecast Pro
Forecast Pro is a statistical forecasting software product used to generate demand forecasts from historical time-series data. It is typically used by demand planners and analysts to build SKU-, item-, or product-level forecasts and to compare alternative forecasting models. The product focuses on model-driven forecasting workflows (for example, exponential smoothing and ARIMA-style approaches) and scenario/model comparison rather than end-to-end supply chain planning execution.
Strong statistical forecasting focus
Forecast Pro centers on time-series forecasting methods and the practical workflow of selecting, fitting, and comparing models. This makes it well-suited for organizations that primarily need statistically defensible baseline forecasts. It can be a fit when the requirement is forecasting depth rather than a broad planning suite.
Model comparison and diagnostics
The product supports evaluating multiple forecasting approaches against historical data to select an appropriate model. This helps analysts document why a given method was chosen and how it performs versus alternatives. Such capabilities are useful in environments where forecast accuracy tracking and explainability matter.
Analyst-oriented forecasting workflow
Forecast Pro is designed around the tasks a forecaster performs: preparing time-series, running forecasts, and reviewing outputs. It can be deployed as a focused forecasting tool without requiring adoption of a larger planning platform. This can reduce implementation scope for teams that only need forecasting.
Limited end-to-end planning scope
Forecast Pro is primarily a forecasting tool rather than a full demand planning and supply planning platform. Organizations that need integrated workflows such as consensus demand planning, supply planning, inventory optimization, or S&OP/IBP orchestration may require additional systems. This can increase integration and process overhead compared with suite-based products.
Integration depends on environment
Connecting forecasts to ERP, data warehouses, or downstream planning tools typically requires file-based exchange and/or custom integration work, depending on the organization’s stack. Teams expecting extensive prebuilt connectors and governed enterprise data models may find additional effort is needed. Integration approach and effort should be validated during evaluation.
Less emphasis on AI-driven planning
Compared with newer platforms that emphasize machine-learning features across broader planning processes, Forecast Pro’s core value is traditional statistical forecasting and model selection. If the use case requires demand sensing from many external signals or tightly coupled optimization across planning functions, the product may not meet requirements on its own. Buyers should confirm support for required data sources and advanced methods.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Forecast Pro 100 | $1,995 per user per year | Entry-level edition for modest forecasting requirements. Price per user: $1,995 (annual). |
| Forecast Pro Extended | $5,700 per user per year (single-user) | |
| --- | --- | |
| Multi-user pricing: 2–5 users $4,000/user/year; 6+ users $3,500/user/year | Provides core forecasting features to forecast unlimited items, manage/adjust forecasts, extract results. Annual subscription licenses. | |
| Forecast Pro TRAC | $7,995 per user per year (single-user) | |
| Forecaster multi-user pricing: 2–4 $6,050/user/year; 5–7 $5,500/user/year; 8+ $4,675/user/year | ||
| Collaborator licenses: 1 $1,995; 2–4 $1,795/user/year; 5–7 $1,395/user/year; 8+ $1,200/user/year | Flagship product for demand forecasting, S&OP and accuracy tracking. Offers separate Forecaster and Collaborator license types. All prices are annual subscription. Generous academic discounts available. |
Notes: All Forecast Pro licenses are annual subscription licenses. The vendor provides a 21-day free trial (no credit card required) and requests contact for tailored quotes or additional services (training/consulting/licensing & support).
Seller details
Business Forecast Systems, Inc.
Belmont, Massachusetts, USA (reported)
Private
https://www.forecastpro.com/
