Through the platform, the company behind the Cup Noodles and Top Ramen brands aims to improve inventory management and forecasting accuracy, per the release. The food manufacturer will also seek to reduce operational costs as it can shift from capital-intensive investments to more predictable expenses. The supply and demand planning tool also will allow Nissin to increase fill rates and reduce inventory levels, according to the release. Aside from Nissin, numerous other food manufacturers are also experimenting with and employing AI tools across their supply chains. Hormel Foods last year implemented o9 Solutions’ integrated demand and supply planning capabilities with an eye toward sharpening forecasting and strengthening supply chain operations.