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Description
Forthcast is an innovative application designed for Shopify merchants, utilizing AI to enhance demand forecasting and inventory management. By examining the sales history of your store, it predicts SKU-level demand for up to twelve months in advance, ensuring you can make informed purchasing decisions that help avoid both stockouts and excess inventory.
Key functionalities include detailed demand forecasts that incorporate seasonal and trend analyses; intelligent reorder notifications alongside calculations for reorder points; automatic generation of purchase orders; tracking of lost sales to assess revenue losses due to stockouts; detection of demand anomalies; support for bundles and kits without duplicating stock; customizable safety stock settings; management of multi-location inventory; and reporting on forecast accuracy.
Forthcast connects seamlessly in real-time with Shopify and also integrates with platforms such as Amazon, QuickBooks, Xero, and Notion. It is specifically designed to assist growing retailers with extensive and active product catalogs that have surpassed the capabilities of traditional spreadsheet-based planning systems, providing a more efficient and accurate way to manage their inventory needs. Additionally, this tool empowers merchants to optimize their stock levels effectively, ultimately leading to enhanced profitability and customer satisfaction.
Description
As a wholesaler or distributor, you're likely equipped with an inventory management system that tracks aspects like current stock levels and historical sales data, and may even include some reordering suggestions. However, to thrive in a competitive landscape, you need more than just basic metrics; you require critical insights to effectively minimize inventory while still achieving high fill rates. The Mars system evaluates purchasing patterns at both the vendor and product group levels, enabling you to reduce stock levels while capitalizing on vendor promotions and discounts. For example, in the case that a truckload is required, Mars assesses the complete order size by taking into account various factors such as units, weight, volume, and monetary value, offering recommendations on how to optimize the load—potentially including items that were not part of the initial request. With the ability to quickly and intelligently craft an ideal purchase order, the Mars system synthesizes extensive inventory, sales, and vendor data into actionable purchasing insights, ensuring that you stay ahead of the competition while efficiently managing your resources. This comprehensive approach not only streamlines the ordering process but also enhances overall operational efficiency.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
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Integrations
Amazon
Yes
Notion
Yes
QuickBooks Online
Yes
Shopify
Yes
Xero
Yes
Integrations
Amazon
No
Notion
No
QuickBooks Online
No
Shopify
No
Xero
No
Pricing Details
$19.99/month
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
Forthcast
Founded
2025
Country
Netherlands
Website
www.forthcast.io
Vendor Details
Company Name
National Business Data Systems
Founded
1972
Country
United States
Website
www.nbds.com/mars-benefits.html
Product Features
Inventory Management
Alerts/Notifications
No
Barcoding / RFID
No
Forecasting
No
Inventory Optimization
No
Kitting
No
Manufacturing Inventory Management
No
Mobile Access
No
Multi-Channel Management
No
Product Identification
No
Reorder Management
No
Reporting/Analytics
No
Retail Inventory Management
No
Supplier Management
No
Warehouse Management
No
Product Features
Inventory Management
Alerts/Notifications
Yes
Barcoding / RFID
No
Forecasting
Yes
Inventory Optimization
Yes
Kitting
Yes
Manufacturing Inventory Management
Yes
Mobile Access
Yes
Multi-Channel Management
Yes
Product Identification
Yes
Reorder Management
Yes
Reporting/Analytics
Yes
Retail Inventory Management
Yes
Supplier Management
Yes
Warehouse Management
No