Demand Forecasting Software For Restaurants
Demand Forecasting Optimises Inventory Precision
It enables restaurant managers to generate purchase orders that are perfectly aligned with expected sales. The result? Minimal food waste and a 4% decrease in food costs. Our forecasting system prevents overstocks and shortages in all units, ensuring flawless inventory management.
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Benefits of Demand Forecasting Software
It feels like magic, but it's smart technology. Our demand forecasting tool makes purchasing effortless and inventory management error-free.
Purchasing Precision
Orders to your suppliers are timely and accurate, regardless of staff's experience.
Cut Waste and Food Costs
Reduce food waste and save money by aligning your inventory with actual demand.
Error-proof Procurement Flow
Send purchase orders directly from Apicbase to your suppliers to optimise your restaurant's supply chain end-to-end.
Boost Profit Margins
Each restaurant has perfect stock. This significantly increases profit margins and menu performance.
Restaurant forecasting software
The Right Ingredients,
in Exact Quantities, at the Right Time
Our software predicts upcoming demand based on past sales. It generates purchase orders for every supplier, considering the current stock at each location. Your restaurant’s entire supply chain and inventories are manageable in Apicbase. This ensures an easy, precise, and flexible procurement process for your restaurants and kitchens.
AI-Driven Analysis
Smart analysis of daily sales per site to accurately predict future needs.
Set Safety Stock
Adjustable percentage of safety stock for each inventory item.
Real-time Inventory
Purchase orders reflect current inventory and outstanding orders.
Complete Procurement
Your entire ordering process in one place, from forecast to fulfilment.
Reduce food costs. Eliminate inventory errors
Our AI-driven restaurant procurement software prevents over-purchases and stock shortages. It also frees your staff from spreadsheets so they can manage restaurant the inventory with confidence.
Maximise Profits,
Minimise Waste
Cut costs and boost margins by precisely matching supply with customer demand.
Demand Forecasting Software Scales with You
Add new units as you grow. Real-time, reliable and consistent performance data for each new location? It's just a click away.
Operational Efficiency
Processes are everything. With Apicbase software, you can assign user permissions so everybody knows exactly what to do (and what not to do).
Competitive Advantage
When everybody zigs, you zag. With demand forecasting software, you see trends long before anyone else.
Integrated Procurement Flow
Apicbase connects your POS, inventories, and suppliers to ensure a flawless end-to-end procurement flow.
Demand Forecasting System For Restaurant Chains & Large-Scale Catering Operations
Optimise inventory management and reduce waste with advanced demand forecasting software. Apicbase is the leading inventory system for large-scale food service and multi-site restaurants looking to make significant savings.
We’ve achieved a weekly food cost saving of 3-4%, totalling an 18% reduction overall. Apicbase is a game-changer. It offers unparalleled control over stocks, menus and analytics.
Fabio Haebel
Owner and CEO at Circus Kitchens
Frequently asked questions
Can Apicbase handle multiple locations?
Yes, Apicbase is designed for multi-site management, enabling centralised control over data and operations across various locations while allowing customisations for each outlet.
How does demand forecasting integrate with existing systems?
Apicbase integrates seamlessly with POS systems, purchase orders, and production data. All relevant information is synchronised for accurate forecasting and inventory management.
Can forecasts be adjusted manually?
Yes, users can manually adjust forecasts based on new insights or market changes, allowing for flexibility in planning. Also, purchase orders generated via demand forecasting can be adjusted at any point in the ordering process.
What kind of data inputs does demand forecasting require?
Apicbase uses historical sales data, current inventory levels, and information on menu items to generate accurate forecasts.
What support is available for training and troubleshooting?
Apicbase offers comprehensive support through documentation, live chat, and email assistance to help users with training and troubleshooting issues.
How accurate are the forecasts?
Apicbase uses real-time sales data from the past week or an average of up to four weeks, fine-tuned for specific sales patterns on each day of the week. Closing days are automatically excluded from the weekly averages, ensuring forecasts are accurate and aligned with current trends.
How does Apicbase handle seasonality in forecasts?
To forecast demand more accurately, you can compare sales from the same period last year. You can also manually adjust forecasts using a slider, increasing or decreasing based on factors like unexpected warm weather or local events that bring extra foot traffic.
