A Visual Introduction
by Tom Wallace

Tom developed this DVD to be an introduction to the Top Management Group and others within the company.  He has taught Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) to thousands of executives and managers. His deep knowledge of S&OP and his effective teaching style is captured in this video DVD. Presented in three sessions, this DVD provides an excellent overview of Sales & Operations Planning.

PART 1: Introduction
 What It Is/Where It Fits/Financial Integration/Role of Top Management
 (running time: 23 minutes)

PART 2: Benefits & Process
 Benefits/Process for Decision Making/Support for Global Businesses
 (running time: 26 minutes)

PART 3: How to Make It Work
 (running time: 20 minutes)

This DVD is ideal for introducing Executive S&OP to a company’s executive team, to groups of operating level managers, and others who will be involved in the process. It also lends itself well to individual learning

How to Use This DVD
For Initial Input to Top Management
Frequently members of the Executive Team have had little or no exposure to Sales & Operations Planning, specifically that element of it called Executive S&OP. Part 1 of this video can provide an excellent introduction to the topic in less than half an hour. Then, if the viewers have interest in learning more about the process, they can go on the Parts 2 and 3.

To Help Educate Others Involved With Executive S&OP
The material on this DVD can complement live education sessions and readings.  It can best be used in group setting

For Individual Learning
Put the DVD into your computer and start watching. If you have a laptop with reasonable battery life, you can easily view the entire DVD on a two-hour plane ride.