RoadMap GPS
Enterprise demand planning software combining the ease of Excel, the statistical power of R, and Microsoft SQL Server scalability.
Windows Desktop App
Key features
Cross-functional planning workflows
Connect forecasts to decisions and align demand, supply, finance, and operations around one version of the plan.
Governed templates and audit-friendly changes
Standardize planning inputs with controlled templates while keeping history and accountability for updates.
KPIs, dashboards, and plan vs actual
Use OLAP-style reporting to surface trends, track KPIs, and monitor performance against the plan.
Enterprise data scale
Built to handle large datasets with SQL-backed scalability while keeping the experience familiar for spreadsheet users.
Connect forecasting to execution
RoadMap GPS connects statistical forecasting to operational execution with governed planning workflows and decision-ready reporting. Built as a high-performance Windows desktop application backed by Microsoft SQL Server, it gives planning teams four core pillars in one environment:
- Geneva Forecasting™ Engine: Automatic best-fit model selection across linear and non-linear regressions, exponential smoothing, Holt-Winters, and intermittent demand methods, complete with holdout diagnostics (MAD, MAPE, RMSE, Tracking Signal) and confidence intervals.
- Spreadsheet workflow: Familiar worksheet grids for viewing history, baseline forecasts, and business-rule overrides without fragile desktop spreadsheet links.
- OLAP reporting: Multi-dimensional slice-and-dice views across channels, product hierarchies, and financial plans.
- Lifecycle planning: Structured support for new product introductions, phase-in/phase-out transitions, and constrained forecasts.
GPS vs GPS 360 at a glance
For global, multi-brand organizations that also need inventory tracking across markets, international version control, and SKU-to-executive rollups, see RoadMap GPS 360.
| Capability | RoadMap GPS | RoadMap GPS 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | Windows Desktop App (SQL Server backend) | Windows Desktop App (SQL Server backend) |
| Best for | Planning teams that need one governed plan across functions | Global, multi-brand organizations that need performance management and executive visibility on top |
| Forecasting | Geneva Forecasting™ Engine, spreadsheet workflow | Geneva best-fit forecasting + scenario comparison (Management, Stat, Monte Carlo) |
| Reporting | OLAP reporting, KPIs, plan vs actual | Dashboards and governance, 360° BI, SKU-to-executive rollups |
| Collaboration | Governed templates, audit history | International collaboration with version control |
| Extra scope | Lifecycle planning | Inventory across brands and markets, scenario planning, lifecycle insights and notes |
Frequently asked questions
What is RoadMap GPS?
RoadMap Global Planning Solution (RoadMap GPS) is a Windows desktop business planning and forecasting application that combines the ease of use of Excel, the statistical power of R, and the scalability of Microsoft SQL Server. Powered by the Geneva Forecasting™ Engine, it turns large datasets into decision-ready plans with governed workflows and OLAP reporting.
How does RoadMap GPS combine Excel usability with enterprise SQL Server scale?
Planners interact with familiar spreadsheet-style grids, formulas, and views on the Windows desktop while all historical actuals, statistical baselines, hierarchies, and overrides are stored and governed in a central Microsoft SQL Server database.
What is the difference between RoadMap GPS and RoadMap GPS 360?
RoadMap GPS focuses on cross-functional demand planning, Geneva statistical forecasting, OLAP reporting, and product lifecycle planning. RoadMap GPS 360 adds multi-market inventory tracking, international collaboration with version control, Management vs. Statistical vs. Monte Carlo scenario comparisons, and 360-degree executive BI rollups.
Which forecasting methods are included in RoadMap GPS?
RoadMap GPS embeds the Geneva Forecasting™ Engine—evaluating linear and non-linear regressions, exponential smoothing, Holt-Winters, and Croston's intermittent demand models with holdout accuracy metrics (MAD, MAPE, RMSE, Tracking Signal) and confidence intervals—alongside R-powered econometric and driver models.
Can RoadMap GPS connect to our ERP and corporate data warehouse?
Yes. RoadMap GPS integrates bi-directionally with SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Snowflake, and SQL Server environments to ingest shipment, order, and POS actuals and write approved consensus plans back to your operational systems.