Practical Workshop in Demand & Supply Planning
Course Introduction
Designed for professionals in Procurement & Supply Chain, this five-day workshop-based course builds practical command of Demand & Supply Planning. Every session pairs a clear concept with a workplace exercise, so learning turns into capability rather than notes.
Training Objectives
- 01Describe how Demand & Supply Planning is defined, governed and measured in international practice
- 02Work through typical situations in sourcing, tendering and supplier management using structured Demand & Supply Planning techniques
- 03Recognise common risks, errors and non-conformities linked to Demand & Supply Planning — and how to prevent them
- 04Choose the right indicators and records to monitor Demand & Supply Planning over time
- 05Translate the course learning into a realistic plan agreed with your line manager
What You Will Take Away
- Worked examples using realistic regional scenarios
- A ready-to-use template pack for daily work
- A checklist of common pitfalls and how to avoid them
Who Should Attend
Prerequisites: Open to all levels; participants are encouraged to bring a real work challenge.
Training Methodology
This is a hands-on workshop: short briefings followed by extended exercises, simulations and group activities, with most time spent applying rather than listening. Case material and examples are drawn from sourcing, tendering and supplier management.
Day-by-Day Programme (5 Days)
- Day 1Foundations and context
Key terms, roles and the regulatory background behind Demand & Supply Planning, with examples from sourcing, tendering and supplier management.
- Day 2Methods and standards in depth
A detailed look at frameworks, codes and decision methods used in Demand & Supply Planning.
- Day 3Practical workshop day
Group exercises and simulations that put Demand & Supply Planning techniques to work.
- Day 4Case-study day
Real-world cases, failure analysis and improvement options related to Demand & Supply Planning.
- Day 5Action plan and assessment
Review, individual action plans and a short assessment to confirm readiness to apply Demand & Supply Planning.
Upcoming Sessions
| City | Dates | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Muscat | October 12, 2026 – October 16, 2026 | Classroom |
| Al Khobar | January 18, 2027 – January 22, 2027 | Classroom |
| Cairo | March 15, 2027 – March 19, 2027 | Classroom |
| Cairo | June 21, 2027 – June 25, 2027 | Classroom |
| Jeddah | February 7, 2028 – February 11, 2028 | Classroom |
| Paris | February 21, 2028 – February 25, 2028 | Classroom |
| Muscat | April 17, 2028 – April 21, 2028 | Classroom |
| Cairo | June 19, 2028 – June 23, 2028 | Classroom |