Solver Debuts AI-Driven Supply Chain Planning and Analysis Built for Executives
Solver has launched an AI-accelerated xFP&A solution for supply chain organizations across manufacturing, distribution, and logistics. The goal is straightforward: unify financial and operational data so leaders can make faster, stronger decisions with fewer blind spots.
For executives, the value shows up in fewer surprises, tighter working capital, and planning cycles that move at the speed of the business. This release brings planning, reporting, consolidation, and analysis into one cloud platform-without lengthy buildouts.
Why this matters for leadership
- See the whole picture: Production, quality, inventory, workforce, and finance data on a single platform.
- Respond faster: Scenario modeling and AI-assisted forecasting help teams course-correct before issues escalate.
- Protect margins and cash: Better demand signals and inventory visibility reduce stockouts, overbuys, and expedite costs.
- Shorten time-to-value: Configurable templates cut months from typical deployments.
What's in the solution
- Ready-to-use templates: Planning, reporting, consolidation, and analysis models available in the Solver Template Marketplace.
- Unified data model: Financials and operational metrics live together for consistent KPIs and faster decisions.
- Solver Copilot included: An AI assistant that answers questions, tracks KPIs, supports forecasting, and runs scenarios.
- ERP connectivity: Prebuilt connectors to leading ERP and business systems for quicker rollout and early wins.
- Cloud delivery + familiar tooling: Excel-based functionality for building reports and plans without heavy retraining.
Executive perspective
"Solver's new manufacturing and distribution solution gives supply chain leaders visibility into production performance, inventory, and demand so they can make more agile and confident decisions," said Craig Anderson, Vice President of Industry Solutions for Solver. "By unifying data from their ERP and operational systems into a single, AI-powered planning platform, we help organizations reduce disruptions, improve margins, and keep their supply chain aligned with shifting market and customer demands."
"By unifying production planning, quality control, inventory management, and workforce reporting with financial data on a single platform, we enable true operational and financial alignment," said Nils Rasmussen, Chief Executive Officer. "Our recognition as a G2 leader in xFP&A reflects our commitment to trusted outcomes. This commitment is reinforced by resources such as a marketplace of templates, extensive documentation, and a vibrant partner community, ensuring supply chain organizations have the tools and support they need to succeed as we continue to advance industry-specific analytics."
Proof and momentum
- Adoption: Hundreds of supply chain organizations already run on Solver for planning and analysis.
- Market validation: Recognized by G2 as a leader in xFP&A, highlighting consistent results for complex supply chains.
- Roadmap: Ongoing investment in AI, automation, and industry-specific analytics to keep customers ahead of new pressures.
How to deploy quickly
- Activate with configurable templates for S&OP, demand and supply planning, inventory optimization, workforce planning, and more.
- Connect to your ERP and operational systems to populate models and reports in days, not quarters.
- Use Solver Copilot to monitor KPIs, surface risks, and pressure-test plans without adding headcount.
Next steps
If your team is juggling spreadsheets across finance and operations, this is a practical way to unify planning and get faster answers. See how the platform works and book a personalized demo at solverglobal.com.
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