Webinar
May 6th, 2025

Chain Reactions: The AI Link in Inventory Optimisation

Inventory Summit session · Recorded June 2026 · 42 min watch · Speakers: Sigrún Gunnhildardóttir, CPO at AGR; Halla María Hjartardóttir, Head of Integrations at AGR; Randi W. Stebbins, Head of Communication at AGR

Artificial intelligence is changing supply chain planning, but what does that mean in practice? In this on-demand webinar, AGR Inventory’s Chief Product Officer and Head of Integrations explore how AI is improving inventory optimisation, demand forecasting, ERP integrations, and decision making. Learn why clean data and human expertise remain essential, how AI helps planners focus on exceptions instead of routine tasks, and what the future of AI-powered supply chain management looks like.

Key takeaways

  1. Discover where AI delivers real value in the supply chain. Learn how AI supports demand forecasting, inventory optimisation, purchasing, and planning by helping teams make faster, more informed decisions.
  2. See why AI won’t replace supply chain professionals. Understand how AI automates repetitive work so planners and buyers can focus on high-value decisions, supplier relationships, and exception management.
  3. Learn why data quality matters more than ever. Find out how clean, connected ERP and inventory data creates the foundation for successful AI initiatives and more reliable planning.
  4. Understand the future of AI-powered integrations. Explore how advances in AI are making ERP integrations faster, more accessible, and less dependent on technical expertise.
  5. See how AI builds confidence, not just automation. Discover how natural language explanations, pattern recognition, and contextual insights help planners understand recommendations, trust the data, and act with greater confidence.

AI in the modern supply chain

What you'll learn about AI in inventory management

About the video

Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing supply chain planning, but success depends on more than adopting new technology. In this on-demand webinar, AGR Inventory’s Chief Product Officer, Sigrún Gunnhildardóttir, and Head of Integrations, Halla Hjartardóttir, explore how AI is improving inventory optimisation, demand forecasting, and ERP integrations while keeping people at the centre of decision making.

Learn why data quality, trust, and human expertise remain essential, how AI helps planners focus on exceptions instead of repetitive tasks, and what the next generation of AI-powered supply chain management will look like.

What you will learn

  • How AI is transforming inventory optimisation, demand planning, and supply chain decision making.
  • Why AI works best as a decision support tool that augments, rather than replaces, supply chain professionals.
  • How clean, connected data improves AI performance and builds confidence in recommendations.
  • How AI is simplifying ERP integrations and reducing technical barriers to implementation.
  • Why managing by exception becomes even more powerful with AI-powered insights.
  • How natural language AI makes complex forecasting and inventory calculations easier to understand.
  • What emerging technologies such as AI agents and Model Context Protocol (MCP) mean for the future of connected supply chain systems.
  • Practical steps businesses can take today to prepare for an AI-enabled supply chain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Inventory management software automates the process of tracking stock levels, calculating reorder points, and generating purchase orders — replacing manual spreadsheets with data-driven decisions.

Most customers are up and running within 4-8 weeks. Our team handles the data integration so you can focus on your business.

Yes, AGR connects to all major ERP systems including Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Sage, Visma, and many more. Data flows within days. We also support additional data systems like PIM, warehouse management and e-commerce systems. You can find a full overview of the ERP’s we support with a standard connector here. A standard connector means we can pull your data into the AGR system within 48 hours, allowing you to start using the system sooner. 

Most AGR customers see a return on investment within 6 months, with many seeing results in as little as 3 months.

You get assigned a dedicated support agent that will be on hand to guide you through the entire process, through implementation and onward. This is a long-term partnership, and we are committed to helping you succeed and grow.

Absolutely. AGR is built for businesses where teams are small and decision-makers are close to the day-to-day, but thinking ahead.

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