Forecasting Configuration
In order to get the most benefit when using the Forecast module, it is important to understand the setup and configuration of the applicable parameters.
Follow these steps to successfully configure the Forecast module.
1. Create a Demand Stream by using the Demand Streams page.
2. Create a Forecast Stream by using the Forecast Streams page.
3. Use the Data Manager page or Import page to import Demand History at the SKU-stream level.
4. Use the Stream Configurations page to create or use an existing Stream Configuration.
a. After the stream configuration is created, select the # of Details link that corresponds to that row. This opens the Stream Configuration Details page.
b. Click the New Stream Configuration Detail button (
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)c. Enter the information for the new stream configuration detail. [view field definitions]
d. Click 
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Multiple stream configuration details can be defined.
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5. Use the AutoPilot Parameters page to create a new AutoPilot parameter and assign this Stream Configuration to single or multiple segments of SKUs.
6. Use the Forecast Parameters page to do any of the following:
◦ Create or edit forecast parameter
◦ Select a forecast stream to assign Segments and define the settings to be used in the forecasting process
7. Use the AutoPilot page to run the manual proccess.
a. Select the segment to be run.
b. Select these processes:
▪ Synchronize Database
▪ Forecasting
▪ Forecast Netting
c. Click the Run AutoPilot button (
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).8. The demand and forecast for a SKU can be viewed on these pages:
◦ Demand
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