Inventory, demand & supply planning · Core

Integrated business planning

Also called: IBP

ELI5

A broader cross-functional planning process connecting strategy, demand, supply and finance.

Used in conversation

“How are we defining integrated business planning in this deck?”

Pitch context

You will see “Integrated business planning” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches inventory, demand & supply planning.

Why it matters: In inventory, demand & supply planning, different calculation boundaries, periods or accounting treatments can change the number and the decision.

Caution

Calculation, recognition and disclosure can vary by accounting framework, company policy and reporting context.

Sources & evidence · 3

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.