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SUMMARY:Business Forecasting with Forecast Pro: Part 2 – Advanced Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Expand Your Forecasting Expertise\nTake your forecasting skills further with advanced methods designed to improve forecast accuracy and address more complex demand planning challenges. \nThis focused one-day workshop builds on forecasting fundamentals and helps demand planners and Forecast Pro users understand when and how to apply advanced forecasting techniques. Through expert instruction\, interactive discussions\, and live demonstrations in Forecast Pro\, attendees will learn how advanced methods can support better forecasting decisions. \nWorkshop Details\nFall Session\n📅 October 20\, 2026\n🕚 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM ET (Daily) \nRegister Now\nOct. 20\, 2026Winter Session\n📅 January 5\, 2027\n🕚 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM ET (Daily) \nRegister Now\nJan. 5\, 2027Event Format\nLive online instructor-led workshop \nRegistration Fee\n$195 per attendee \nTeam Discount\n$115 per attendee for teams of 3+ \nWhat You’ll Gain\nExpand your forecasting capabilities with advanced forecasting methods and best practices \nApply techniques like machine learning\, dynamic regression\, and new product forecasting to complex demand scenarios \nMake more informed forecasting decisions using advanced approaches demonstrated in Forecast Pro \nIs This Workshop Right for You?\nThis workshop is designed for: \n\nExperienced Forecast Pro users and demand planners looking to understand advanced forecasting methods and when to apply them\nPrevious attendees of Part 1: Essentials\nForecasting professionals working with more complex demand patterns \n\nPart 1 is strongly recommended but not required. Experienced Forecast Pro users may register directly for Part 2. \nAdvanced Forecasting Techniques\, Applied in Forecast Pro\nLearn how advanced forecasting methods can support better decision-making in complex demand planning environments. Throughout the workshop\, instructors demonstrate techniques in Forecast Pro so you can see how these concepts are applied in practice. \n \nNo Forecast Pro experience is required\, but familiarity with forecasting fundamentals is recommended to get the most value from the advanced material. \n \nWorkshop Format\nThis live online workshop includes: \n\nInstructor-led training with interactive discussions\nPractical examples and live Forecast Pro demonstrations\nQ&A throughout the sessions\nAccess to presentation recordings after the workshop\n\n\nAgenda At-a-GlancePresentation DescriptionsAgenda At-a-Glance\nWelcome and Workshop Overview \nForecasting with Machine Learning \nDynamic Regression \nNew Product Forecasting \nPresentation Descriptions\nWelcome and Workshop Overview\nStart the session with introductions\, workshop objectives\, and an overview of the topics covered. \nForecasting with Machine Learning\nExplore how machine learning approaches can be applied to forecasting and understand where they may provide value in demand planning. \nTopics include: \n\nUnderstanding machine learning approaches\nWhen machine learning can support forecasting\nApplying machine learning concepts using Forecast Pro\n\nDynamic Regression\nExplore how machine learning approaches can be applied to forecasting and understand where they may provide value in demand planning. \nTopics include: \n\nUnderstanding machine learning approaches\nWhen machine learning can support forecasting\nApplying machine learning concepts using Forecast Pro\n\nNew Product Forecasting\nExplore approaches for forecasting products with limited historical data and learn strategies for managing new product introductions. \nTopics include: \n\nForecasting without extensive historical data\nApproaches for new product demand\nApplying techniques using Forecast Pro\n\nContinue Building Your Forecasting Expertise\nPart 2 is the next step in the Business Forecasting with Forecast Pro learning path. \nAfter building a strong foundation in Business Forecasting with Forecast Pro: Part 1 – Essentials\, this advanced session helps you explore additional techniques for improving forecasts in more complex situations. \nTogether\, the two workshops provide a complete learning experience. \nWorkshop Resource Center\nAttendees receive access to the online Workshop Resource Center approximately one week before the workshop. \nThe Resource Center includes workshop materials and presentation recordings\, which remain available for several weeks after the event. \nSpecial Offer for Attendees\nAttendees can add a one-hour private forecasting consultation with a Forecast Pro expert for only $100. \nUse this opportunity to discuss forecasting challenges\, ask questions specific to your organization\, and receive guidance from a forecasting professional. \nPricing\nIndividual Registration\n$195 per attendee \n\nTeam Registration \n(3+ attendees) \n$115 per attendee \nSave $80 per person when registering as a team \n \n\nFall Session\n📅 October 20\, 2026\n🕚 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM ET (Daily) \nRegister Now\nOct. 20\, 2026Winter Session\n📅 January 5\, 2027\n🕚 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM ET (Daily) \nRegister Now\nJan. 5\, 2027\n  \nInstructors\nEric Stellwagen\n \nEric Stellwagen is the co-founder of Business Forecast Systems\, Inc. (BFS) and the co-author of the Forecast Pro software product line. With more than 30 years of expertise in the field\, he regularly presents workshops and publishes on the topic of business forecasting\, and is widely recognized as a leading educator on the subject. Drawing upon his extensive consulting experience helping organizations to address their forecasting challenges\, Eric infuses his classes with practical approaches and uses real-world data to illustrate concepts. He has worked with many leading firms including Coca-Cola\, Kraft\, Merck\, Nabisco\, Owens-Corning and Verizon and has presented workshops for a variety of organizations including APICS\, the International Institute of Forecasters (IIF)\, the Institute of Business Forecasting (IBF)\, the Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences (INFORMS)\, and the University of Tennessee. Eric served on the board of directors of the IIF for 12 years and is currently serving on the practitioner advisory board of Foresight: The International Journal of Applied Forecasting. \nFranklin Rea\n \nFranklin Rea brings over 15 years of expertise in data analysis\, technology\, marketing operations\, and mathematics to his role at BFS. With a background in the enterprise software sector\, Franklin has navigated varied industries such as cyber-security\, campaign management\, and sales training and enablement. In addition\, he has worked as a college-level mathematics instructor.  At BFS\, Franklin serves as a trainer and solutions consultant\, assisting clients in maximizing their utilization of the Forecast Pro software\, and providing a problem-solving approach and valuable insights to everyday forecasting questions. Franklin holds an M.S. in Mathematics from Northeastern University and received his undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College. \n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n\nDo I need to attend Part 1 before Part 2?\nPart 1 is strongly recommended but not required. \nPart 1 provides the forecasting foundation that helps attendees get the most value from the advanced topics covered in Part 2. Experienced Forecast Pro users may register directly for Part 2. \n\nDo I need Forecast Pro to attend?\nNo. The workshop teaches forecasting principles and best practices that apply broadly across demand planning. \nForecast Pro is used throughout the workshop to demonstrate how these techniques are applied in practice\, but prior experience with the software is not required. \nIf you don’t currently use Forecast Pro\, we’ll provide a free trial so you can explore the techniques hands-on during the workshop. \n\nIs this workshop appropriate for someone new to forecasting?\nPart 2 focuses on advanced forecasting techniques and assumes familiarity with forecasting concepts. \nIf you are new to forecasting\, we recommend starting with Business Forecasting with Forecast Pro: Part 1 – Essentials \n\nWill I receive presentation materials and recordings?\nYes. Attendees receive access to the online Workshop Resource Center approximately one week before the workshop. Presentation recordings and supporting materials remain available for several weeks after the event. \nWill I receive a certificate?\nAttendees who complete the workshop will receive a Certificate of Completion. \nWhat if I can’t attend this date?\nThe workshop is offered multiple times throughout the year. \nThe next Part 2 session will be held January 5\, 2027.
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