Bernard T. Smith

Bernie is a recognized expert worldwide on the subjects of forecasting, purchasing and inventory management. He draws on decades of practical experience and is a published author of three best-selling books on forecasting and planning. The concepts in his books have been used by business and government groups to improve customer service and reduce operating costs. His client list over the years read like Who's Who in business: Pepsi, GE, Whirlpool, GTE, Unilever, Advance Auto and many other fine companies.

After receiving his BA & MBA from the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut and teaching in the graduate studies program, Bernie's career path included:

Director of Information Systems at Warnaco

Vice President Inventory Control and Long Range Planning at ServiStar

Creator of Focus Forecasting® 1972

Founder of BTSmith and Associates-1986

President of MyGate Measures

Bernie has given multiple seminars on Inventory Management and Long Range Planning including APICS International, Council of Logistics Management, National Purchasing Management Association, National Wholesale Hardware Association, Toy Manufacturers of America, Airline Transportation Association, NASA Aerospace as well as other seminars in the US, France, England and Australia. He's guest lectured at Purdue and Notre dame colleges. He continues to be involved in the development process and is always creating new ways to help businesses succeed.