JDA Software for Inventory Management

Introduction

In today’s fast-moving and highly competitive business environment, efficient inventory management is essential for reducing costs and meeting customer demands. JDA Software, now known as Blue Yonder, provides advanced solutions for inventory optimization, helping businesses manage stock levels, improve order fulfillment, and streamline supply chain operations. This course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to utilize JDA Software’s powerful inventory management features, enabling them to enhance inventory accuracy, optimize replenishment processes, and drive operational efficiency. Participants will gain hands-on experience in configuring and managing inventory operations using JDA Software.

Course Objective

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the key features and capabilities of JDA Software for inventory management.

• Learn how to configure and optimize inventory settings for improved stock control and demand forecasting.

• Gain practical experience in managing replenishment, order fulfillment, and warehouse operations using JDA Software.

• Utilize real-time analytics and reporting tools to enhance inventory visibility and decision-making.

• Prepare for advanced roles in supply chain and inventory management.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to JDA Software for Inventory Management

• Overview of JDA Software (Blue Yonder) for inventory management

• Key features for optimizing inventory and supply chain operations

• Navigating the JDA Software interface and inventory management modules

Module 2: Inventory Planning and Control

• Setting up inventory parameters and managing stock levels

• Implementing inventory control strategies to minimize overstock and shortages

• Hands-on: Configuring inventory settings and managing stock replenishment

Module 3: Demand Forecasting and Replenishment

• Utilizing JDA’s demand forecasting tools for accurate inventory planning

• Setting up automated replenishment processes to maintain optimal stock levels

• Hands-on: Running demand forecasting and replenishment scenarios in JDA Software

Module 4: Warehouse and Order Fulfillment Optimization

• Integrating inventory management with warehouse operations

• Improving order picking, packing, and shipping processes

• Streamlining order fulfillment and reducing lead times

• Hands-on: Managing warehouse operations and order fulfillment in JDA Software

Module 5: Inventory Analytics and Reporting

• Using real-time data analytics to monitor inventory performance

• Generating reports for stock levels, order fulfillment, and warehouse efficiency

• Analyzing data insights to improve inventory accuracy and reduce costs

• Hands-on: Creating and interpreting inventory reports using JDA Software

Module 6: Best Practices for Inventory Optimization

• Implementing best practices for inventory optimization with JDA Software

• Reducing carrying costs while improving order accuracy and customer satisfaction

• Future trends in inventory management: AI, automation, and predictive analytics

• Hands-on: Applying inventory optimization techniques in real-world scenarios

Course Duration:

20 hours of instructor-led or self-paced learning.

Target Audience:

Inventory managers, supply chain professionals, warehouse operators, IT administrators, and anyone responsible for managing stock levels and inventory optimization.