FirstShift.

FirstShift provides an AI-powered, cloud-native platform for demand and supply chain planning, catering to enterprises of all sizes. The company's solutions are designed to enhance forecast accuracy, reduce operational risks, and optimize working capital by delivering actionable intelligence from diverse data sources.

The platform's core features include AI-powered demand sensing and forecasting, generative AI-powered diagnostics, attribute-based forecasting, and multi-tier visibility to align planning across sourcing, production, and distribution. It also has a built-in AI copilot, named Pluto, which allows users to run simulations and explore insights using natural language. FirstShift serves various industries, including Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), Food & Beverage, Industrial Products, and Apparel & Fashion.

The leadership team includes Chairman Padman Ramankutty, an expert with over 25 years in enterprise software and supply chain management; CEO Hari Menon, a software entrepreneur and supply chain expert; and CTO CP Agrawal, who leads the technological development of the cloud solution. The company presents itself as a partner for growth, aiming to make supply chain management more intuitive and accessible through its technology.

Keywords: supply chain planning, demand forecasting, AI-powered platform, cloud-native SCM, generative AI diagnostics, supply chain automation, enterprise software, working capital optimization, inventory management, operational risk reduction, logistics technology, CPG supply chain, food & beverage logistics, industrial supply chain, apparel planning