Forecast Server Review - why 5 stars?

Forecast Server Software Review
ITQlick Score: 83/100
ITQlick Rating:
Pricing: 5.6/10 - average cost
Category: Supply Chain -> Forecast Server review
Ranking:Ranked 27 out of 226 Supply Chain systems
Company: Vanguard Software Corporation
Typical customers: Small, medium and large size businesses
Platforms: Desktop, Mobile
Links: Forecast Server pricing, Forecast Server alternatives
Shlomi LaviShlomi Lavi / updated: Jul 02, 2022

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What is Forecast Server?

Forecast Server is a supply chain software designed to help businesses get an optimal level of sale forecasting via the cloud. Embedded in the software is a sales strategy & process module that provides users information on how best to allocate their resources to drive improvement and productivity. Users can also utilize this modules vastness to make informed and accurate decisions.

Some of the key features of Forecast Server are sales & operations planning, financial performance, product & human capital management, and marketing allocation. The software is a product of Vanguard Software Corporation™, a computer software company with a workforce of over 30 employees. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, United States.

Who is it best for?

The typical customers include the following business size: Small, medium and large size businesses.

What is the actual cost?

ITQlick pricing score is 5.6 out of 10 (10 is most expensive). Access ITQlick pricing guide for Forecast Server. You can also find here pricing information from Forecast Server's website.

Pros

  • Ease of using the software, right from the point of installation to everyday use
  • Has a ton of customization options that can be harnessed to make the software suit one business needs
  • Sales forecasting generated on the software have high accuracy and are concise
  • Follow up customer support service after setup is very good

Cons

  • It does not have a manufacturing execution system (MES) for now

How it stacks up?

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is it the best Supply Chain system?

Forecast Server is ranked 27 out of 226 software in their category (Supply Chain systems).

How they are rated on ITQlick?

The rating of Forecast Server is 5 stars out of 5 and the total score is 83 out of 100. The rating score is based on our unbiased data-based algo. Learn more - rating methodology page.

Is it an easy to use Software?

Yes, Forecast Server makes it fairly easy to use. This product is user friendly and intuitive.

Is it cloud-based?

No, the software in not cloud based so you would need to install it locally and connect it directly to a server.

Can it be used on mobile?

Yes, you can access Forecast Server on your mobile/smart phone.

What should we ask during a demo session?

Differences between Forecast Server and alternatives?

The most popular alternatives to Forecast Server in 2024: NetSuite Order Management, RedTail EDI, Blast Ramp, elementum, ProcurementExpress. Access the complete competitors analysis here - Forecast Server VS Supply Chain Software alternatives.

Is Forecast Server right for you or your business?

Forecast Server is suitable for small, medium, and large-sized business enterprises. It is designed to serve industries such as pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, spare parts, and manufacturing. Some of the business enterprises using Forecast Server are Blue Sky™, Handy Living, and LG Hausys.

List of categories

Supply Chain

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