Free Forecasting Tool Now Available for Business Central
The Enhanced Forecasting Worksheet from Insight Works—originally a premium feature within the Enhanced Planning Pack for Dynamics 365 Business Central—is now 100% free for one user. Built to replace Business Central's limited forecasting with something powerful and practical, this app puts Azure-powered, data-driven inventory forecasting directly into your hands—no strings attached.
Insight Works, a global leader in apps for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, has announced that its Enhanced Forecasting Worksheet—previously available only as part of the subscription-based Enhanced Planning Pack—is now free for one user. This powerful inventory forecasting tool dramatically improves Business Central’s native capabilities, and now businesses can experience its full value with zero licensing cost for a single user.
“Forecasting in Business Central is fine if you’re just curious. But if you need actually to act on the data—plan, optimize, or scale—you need something better. That’s why we built the Enhanced Forecasting Worksheet,” said Brian Neufeld, Director of Marketing at Insight Works. “And now we’re making it easier than ever for companies to get their hands on it—free.”
From Passive Forecasting to Proactive Planning
While Business Central’s native forecasting displays attractive charts, its practicality for planning is limited. The Enhanced Forecasting Worksheet changes that by transforming forecasts into actionable data. It leverages Microsoft’s Azure AI to deliver intelligent predictions, then lets users update demand forecasts and item planning parameters—all in one streamlined worksheet.
The worksheet does the heavy lifting, whether you’re adjusting reorder points, calculating safety stock using real-world lead times, or evaluating multiple forecasting algorithms.
Why This Matters
For inventory managers, supply chain professionals, and operations teams, having access to reliable, tailored forecasts can mean the difference between lost sales and lean efficiency. Unlike generic forecasting tools, the Enhanced Forecasting Worksheet allows:
- AI-Driven Accuracy: Uses Azure Machine Learning for dependable predictions.
- Custom Planning Parameters: Set reorder points, safety stock, and more based on your business rules.
- Multiple Algorithms: Choose from six forecasting models to fit your data patterns.
- Actionable Insights: Push forecasts directly into Business Central’s demand planning engine or update item card parameters.
Immediate Benefits with Zero Investment
With no setup fee and no subscription for the first user, small to mid-sized businesses can now try the same enterprise-grade tool used by global manufacturers and distributors—all without opening their wallets.
Key Features at a Glance:
- AI-powered forecast calculations via Microsoft Azure
- Editable safety stock, reorder point, reorder quantity, and max inventory
- Update Business Central demand forecasts or item planning fields
- Filter forecasts by item, category, and location
- Define expressions using variables like average daily usage and lead time
- Scale from one user to full-team deployments via the Enhanced Planning Pack
Get Started Now
The Enhanced Forecasting Worksheet’s free version is immediately available from Insight Works. Users can download and install the app via AppSource or from ForecastingForDynamics.com.
About Insight Works
Insight Works is a leading Independent Software Vendor (ISV) dedicated to creating apps exclusively for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Insight Works specializes in the manufacturing and distribution industries and provides innovative solutions that streamline operations and enhance productivity for businesses worldwide. With a vast reseller network comprising over 600 global Microsoft Partners, Insight Works ensures its apps are accessible and supported wherever businesses operate. Headquartered in Canada, Insight Works also maintains a regional office in the Netherlands, strengthening its global reach and commitment to localized support. Learn more at https://dmsiworks.com.