Optiwiser was selected as a finalist in the prestigious Forecasting Practice Competition2026 and presented its latest AI-based forecasting methods at the international ForesightPractitioner Conference in Bruges. The event, organized by the International Institute ofForecasters (IIF) and VIVES University of Applied Sciences, is one of the leading gatheringsfor experts in demand planning, forecasting, and supply chain management.
Recognition for Innovative AI-Powered Demand Planning
Being selected as a finalist highlights Optiwiser’s innovation in AI-powered demand planning and supply chain optimization. As part of a multi-stage evaluation process, companies andresearch institutions were assessed based on clearly defined criteria, including:
● measurable business impact
● technological innovation in forecasting
● practical applicability
● contribution to the forecasting community
As one of only four finalists, Optiwiser presented its solution alongside global organizationsand leading research institutions—demonstrating the growing importance of modern AItechnologies in forecasting.
AI Forecasting as a Key Driver for Modern SupplyChains
Participation in the competition highlights how significantly business requirements haveevolved: traditional planning tools are increasingly reaching their limits, while AI-basedforecasting models enable more accurate and robust predictions.
This is exactly where Optiwiser comes in:
By leveraging intelligent algorithms and automated model selection, companies can plandemand more reliably, reduce uncertainty, and respond faster to market changes.
Learn more about AI-powered demand planning and Optiwiser’s solutions.
From Research to Measurable Business Impact
The Forecasting Practice Competition places strong emphasis on the real value offorecasting solutions. It is not only about model accuracy, but above all about the tangibleimpact on profitability, efficiency, and decision-making.
Optiwiser directly addresses these requirements:
● more accurate forecasts through AI
● reduced inventory costs and excess stock
● improved service levels
● fewer write-offs and reduced food waste
● faster, data-driven decision-making
This transforms forecasting from a purely analytical function into a key driver of profitableand sustainable growth.
Exchange with Leading Experts in the ForecastingCommunity
The conference in Bruges provided a unique platform for exchange between businesses,academia, and industry experts. Together, participants explored the latest developments inmachine learning, demand planning, and supply chain optimization.
For Optiwiser, this exchange is a core element of continuous innovation:
Only by combining practical application with scientific advancement can solutions bedeveloped that deliver real business value.
Optiwiser Actively Shapes the Future of Planning
Being a finalist at the Forecasting Practice Competition 2026 reinforces Optiwiser’s positionas an innovative provider of AI-driven supply chain planning solutions.
Our goal is clear:
to help mid-sized companies transition from Excel-based planning to intelligent, automated,and scalable solutions.
With Optiwiser, companies benefit from:
● greater planning reliability
● more efficient processes
● sustainable resource utilization
● and a future-ready supply chain
Conclusion: AI Forecasting as a Competitive Advantage
Participation in the competition clearly demonstrates:
AI-powered forecasting is no longer a future concept—it is a decisive competitive advantagetoday. Companies that modernize their planning early not only gain operational benefits butalso strengthen their long-term market position.