Generate sales forecast

Trigger: The completion of a sales period or the start of a strategic planning cycle prompts the need for a new demand estimate.

1. Extract historical sales data and current pipeline metrics
2. Identify seasonal trends and market patterns
3. Run statistical forecasting models
4. Incorporate qualitative adjustments from the sales team
5. Validate the forecast with financial and operational leadership
6. Publish the finalized forecast to planning systems

Outcome: A validated sales forecast is approved and distributed to guide supply chain, financial, and strategic planning.