In the Supply Chain Software Tools course, you’ll learn about the challenges of handling large amounts of data and how to effectively gather, analyze, and use the data. You’ll learn about the latest cutting-edge technological solutions that can streamline operations, and emerging trends (such as artificial intelligence) that allow large amounts of data to be processed and summarized instantly. Additionally, you’ll prepare for a job as a supply chain analyst by building your resume, learning how to market yourself and gain insights into the job research and application process.

By the end of this module, you’ll be able to: Recognize supply chain emerging trends. Describe the software tools available for supply chain analytics such as cloud-based solutions, AI-powered projections, advanced analytics, data lakes, and database management. Explain how to access real-time insights, review inventory availability and movement, replenish schedules, and review historical data. Identify how to build accurate plans and forecasts for planning, data collection, validation, aggregation, and financial consolidation. Identify how to test assumptions with scenarios to assist with forecasting decision making. Optimize supply chain operations. Identify patterns and trends in supply chain data and streamline processes. Prepare for a job as a Supply Chain Analyst.