Explain to the audience the reasons that sales and forecasting data are important categories for a Supply Chain Manager to know and understand.

Explain to the audience the reasons that sales and forecasting data are important categories for a Supply Chain Manager to know and understand. Also, consider introducing some best practices that you have gained from personal, professional, and research experiences. Some areas that you may cover, but not limited to are planning, procurement, inventory management, and production. Consider your audience to have no logistical or supply chain knowledge or experience.