Workday Adaptive | Operational Planning Demo

This video demonstrates how operational planning is crucial for managing day-to-day business activities that directly impact revenue and other key functions. Here are the important points:

Operational Planning Overview: It includes sales, demand, supply, project, and marketing planning, providing a holistic view to make informed decisions and drive profits.

Industry Examples: Operational planning is applied in various industries like retail, healthcare, and professional services to optimize inventory, manage staffing, and align resources with business goals.

Integration with Financial Planning: Aligning operational and financial planning ensures that short-term activities support long-term financial growth, with a focus on resource allocation and performance monitoring.

Best Practices: Effective operational planning involves identifying revenue drivers, fostering collaboration between operations and finance, starting small, and building visibility across business partners.

Workday Adaptive Planning Features: The demo highlights the machine learning forecaster and demand planning tools within Workday Adaptive Planning, which help businesses improve forecasting accuracy, manage inventory, and optimize workforce planning.