Collaborate to Dominate Solving Retail Supply Chain Issues with Integrated Demand Planning

Today’s retail supply chains are under pressure—from erratic demand signals to fragmented planning processes that slow decision-making. In this webinar, supply chain leaders Diane Sherwood and Usman Barkat explore how integrated demand planning can help teams break down silos, respond to change faster, and drive better business outcomes. Learn how top retailers are shifting from reactive workflows to real-time, AI-powered planning—and how your team can too.

• Demand planners and supply chain managers in retail, CPG, and manufacturing
• Merchandising and inventory leaders seeking better alignment across teams
• Business analysts and operations executives exploring AI-driven planning tools
• Anyone looking to replace reactive planning with proactive, data-backed decisions

• Why siloed planning leads to misalignment—and how to fix it
• How to identify the root causes of supply chain issues before they become costly
• How scenario planning and decision intelligence improve demand accuracy
• Real-world strategies to increase speed, clarity, and ROI across planning teams
• How Algo’s Journey Capability brings cross-functional teams onto the same page

Diane Sherwood

VP Product Management
Diane is a retail and supply chain leader with over two decades of experience guiding enterprise teams through complex demand planning and merchandising transformations. Now serving as SVP of Global Services at Algo, she works directly with clients to align people, process, and technology—turning data into action across the supply chain. Diane’s background includes executive roles at CarParts.com and Best Buy, giving her a deep understanding of both supplier and retail perspectives.

Usman Barkat

EVP, Strategy & Operations
Usman is a seasoned supply chain executive with over 15 years of experience leading transformation across retail, CPG, and manufacturing. As EVP of Strategy & Operations at Algo, he plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s strategic direction while driving operational excellence across teams and markets. With a background spanning merchandising, product, and operations leadership, Usman brings a unique blend of real-world insight and innovation to help businesses scale with speed, clarity, and AI-powered planning.