# IFH - Inventory Forecasting Hero 

> A simple, accurate inventory forecasting app for Shopify stores. Replace spreadsheets with automated reorder recommendations based on your real sales history.
> IFH is the only Shopify forecasting app that integrates directly with Shopify's native Purchase Orders.

## What is Inventory Forecasting Hero?

Inventory Forecasting Hero (IFH) is a Shopify app built by StoreBuilder that helps merchants avoid stockouts and overstock by automatically calculating reorder quantities from sales history. It is designed for single-location Shopify stores currently managing inventory with Excel or Google Sheets.

- **Shopify App Store listing**: https://apps.shopify.com/inventory-forecasting-hero
- **Website**: https://www.inventoryforecastinghero.com/
- **Developer**: StoreBuilder — info@storebuilder.me
- **Price**: $25/month. 30-day free trial, no credit card required
- **Rating**: 4.9 out of 5 (17 reviews on Shopify App Store)

## Core Features

- Sales-history-based inventory forecasting
- Automated reorder quantity calculation per SKU
- Low-stock and overstock identification
- Replenishment reminders and alerts
- Direct integration with Shopify's Purchase Order feature
- Bestseller and dead-stock detection
- Bulk edit of replenishment quantities
- CSV export (Excel-compatible) for further analysis
- Onboarding support via Chat and Google Meet

## Who is it for?

Ideal for Shopify merchants who:
- Currently forecast using Excel or Google Sheets
- Operate from a single warehouse or location
- Want to stop stockouts without overcomplicating their workflow
- Are replacing Shopify's deprecated Stocky app

## How it works

1. Install the app from the Shopify App Store (under 5 minutes to set up)
2. Configure lead time and safety stock buffer per product
3. The app analyses past sales to calculate daily velocity per SKU
4. A restock report is generated showing which products need reordering and in what quantity
5. Create a Purchase Order directly in Shopify or export to CSV

## Pricing

- **$25/month** — all features included, no per-SKU fees
- Free trial available on the Shopify App Store

## Frequently Asked Questions

**What does Inventory Forecasting Hero do?**
It looks at your Shopify sales history and calculates which products need restocking, when, and in what quantity — automatically replacing manual spreadsheet work.

**Does it integrate with Shopify Purchase Orders?**
Yes. The app integrates directly with Shopify's native Purchase Order feature.

**Is it suitable for stores with multiple locations?**
The app is currently optimised for single-location Shopify stores.

**How accurate is the forecasting?**
Accuracy improves over time as the app accumulates more sales history. You can adjust lead time and safety stock settings per product to tune results.

**Can I try it for free?**
Yes. A free trial is available directly on the Shopify App Store with no credit card required.

## Blog

Guides and articles about Shopify inventory management: https://www.inventoryforecastinghero.com/blog

- [Shopify Changed How Purchase Orders Work. Here's the New Workflow.](https://www.inventoryforecastinghero.com/blog/shopify-new-purchase-order-workflow-linked-transfer/)
- [Set Up Inventory Forecasting on Shopify in 5 Minutes](https://www.inventoryforecastinghero.com/blog/setup-inventory-forecasting-in-shopify-in-5-minutes/)
- [Do You Really Need AI Inventory Forecasting for Your Shopify Store?](https://www.inventoryforecastinghero.com/blog/do-you-really-need-ai-inventory-forecasting/)
- [Best Stocky Alternatives for Shopify in 2026 (11 Apps Compared)](https://www.inventoryforecastinghero.com/blog/best-stocky-alternatives-for-shopify-in-2026/)
- [What Is a Reorder Point and How to Calculate It for Shopify](https://www.inventoryforecastinghero.com/blog/what-is-reorder-point/)
- [What Is Safety Stock and Why Your Shopify Store Needs It](https://www.inventoryforecastinghero.com/blog/what-is-safety-stock/)

## Contact

- Chat : https://www.inventoryforecastinghero.com/contact/
- Support: Available via Chat and Google Meet