Slim4 Advanced User Training (On-site)Advanced User Training is designed for experienced users who want to strengthen their inventory planning knowledge and make better use of Slim4's capabilities.Event26Aug
Supply Chain Planning: Time or Inventory?Make smarter resource choices- spend time where it matters, invest cash where it counts. In this webinar, discover how to strategically allocate your resources for maximum impact. Learn where to focus your planning efforts and where inventory investment delivers real bottom-line returns and how automation can do the heavy lifting.Event20Aug
Meet Slimstock at SAPICS 2026For over 30 years, Slimstock has helped organisations around the world make smarter supply chain decisions through better planning, forecasting and inventory optimisation. This year, we're proud to return to SAPICS 2026 as a Silver Sponsor, and we're looking forward to meeting the Southern African supply chain community once again. Event19Jul
Lean manufacturing: principles, benefits and best practicesLean manufacturing is a methodology that helps organisations maximise customer value by eliminating waste and continuously improving processes. This blog post explores its principles, key tools, benefits and practical applications, as well as how modern technologies are extending Lean across the entire supply chain. Blog
Demand forecasting and uncertainty: What has changed in recent years?Demand forecasting is evolving with real-time updates, cross-team collaboration, and data-driven insights to adapt to market uncertainty and changing consumer behavior.Blog
Masterclass | SyndeyThis one-day training is designed for experienced users who want to regain confidence and sharpen their skills. Throughout the day, our expert consultants will guide you through key Slim4 concepts and best practices, helping you refresh your knowledge and skills.Event06Aug
Refresher Slim4 Class | BrisbaneThis one-day training is designed for experienced users who want to regain confidence and sharpen their skills. Throughout the day, our expert consultants will guide you through key Slim4 concepts and best practices, helping you refresh your knowledge and skills.Event15Sep
The Balancing Act: The Secret to Higher Availability and Less WasteJoin us for a networking breakfast where we will dive into the powerful supply chain planning capabilities of the Slim4 Platform.Event08Jul
From DIY to Data: Achieving 3.5pts Margin Growth in 4 Years Through Smarter Pricing Join us for an exclusive SCP Club session designed specifically for retail leaders looking to sharpen their pricing and promotional strategies in an increasingly data-driven market.Event14Oct
Slimstock Quebec User Day – June 2026Join us for a full day of learning, networking and product insight- exclusively for Slimstock customers in Canada. This is your opportunity to connect with fellow supply chain professionals, get hands-on with the latest Slim4 developments, and sharpen your inventory optimization skills. Event23Jun
Masterclass BrisbaneIn this masterclass, we’ll explore key concepts and techniques to optimise your forecasting process and ensure it adds maximum business value. Event11Jun
A supply chain stress test for pharma: what the Strait of Hormuz reveals about planning under pressureInstability around the Strait of Hormuz exposes structural vulnerabilities across global pharma networks, impacting lead times, costs and medicine availability. Addressing this uncertainty requires a shift from efficiency‑led planning to more resilient, data‑driven supply chain decision‑making.Blog
Slim4 recognised among the most user-friendly demand planning solutions by G2With a strong usability score, Slim4 ranked #5 on the Easiest to Use Demand Planning list, a testament to its accessibility for planners, analysts, and supply chain professionals alike.News
Addressing food supply chain challenges with Slim4: improving availability and reducing wasteFood supply chains operate under constant pressure, where availability, freshness, and cost control directly affect service levels and profitability. This blog explores today’s key food supply chain challenges and how better forecasting, replenishment, and inventory planning help organisations reduce waste and stay competitivBlog
Jacques’ Wein-Depot modernises its supply chain with Slimstock’s solutionJacques’ Wein-Depot is now modernising the supply chain for its more than 350 depots using the Slim4 supply chain planning solutionNews
Slimstock Canada User Day – June 2026Join us for a full day of learning, networking and product insight- exclusively for Slimstock customers in Canada. This is your opportunity to connect with fellow supply chain professionals, get hands-on with the latest Slim4 developments, and sharpen your inventory optimization skills. Event26Jun
Slimstock Executive Exchange – AfricaThis June, we’re hosting the second Slimstock Executive Exchange in Cape Town. It’s a half-day gathering for people who care about where Africa’s supply chains are heading and how we can move forward together.Event04Jun
Keys to effective Phase-in and Phase-out management in retailThis article examines the key principles for optimising these two critical phases of the product lifecycle and highlights common errors made by organisations in their planning. Blog
Slim4 Latest Updates – April 2026 – Slimstock MEAAre you an ardent Slim4 user who regularly keeps up to date with our development roadmap and endeavours to get the most out of the system? This event may well be for youEvent29Apr
Seasonality and product life cycle in the automotive market: A guide to forecasting demandThis article examines how the product life cycle and seasonality interact to shape demand in the automotive market. It explains how each stage of a vehicle’s life cycle affects sales patterns, and how recurring seasonal factors such as economic conditions, consumer behaviour and promotional events can further influence demand. Blog
What is a production schedule and how does it work?Production scheduling is a critical process that ensures manufacturing operations run efficiently and customer demand is met on time. This blog explores how production scheduling works, why it is essential for operational efficiency, and how modern tools help businesses create more responsive and reliable production plans. Blog
The Strait of Hormuz crisis: Why the recent escalation with Iran threatens global supply chainsThe recent escalation involving Iran and the disruption of the Strait of Hormuz has exposed a critical vulnerability in global trade. This blog examines how instability in one of the world’s most important maritime chokepoints is affecting energy markets, shipping routes and international supply chains. Blog
Slimstock Executive Exchange – CyprusSlimstock and NexTech will bring together a curated group of executives in Nicosia for a focused half-day exchange designed to explore the future of supply chain leadership in a rapidly evolving digital landscapeEvent02Apr
Slim4 Safety Stock Masterclass – September 2026 – Slimstock UKWhy do we need safety stock? What variables determine safety stock? And how do you optimise it? Determining your safety stock is one of the basic decisions in stock optimisation.Event16Sep