1 Overview

Once AIP has been installed, you need to configure the system environment variables, create integration files, and configure the system according to the retailer's specifications.

This guide provides information on

• Implementing the AIP solution

• Customizing AIP for the retailer's environment and needs.

• Integrating AIP with merchandising, forecasting, and other external systems

For information on compatibility and hardware requirements, refer to the Oracle Retail Advanced Inventory Planning Installation Guide.

Note: AIP Java/Oracle, AIP on Oracle, and AIP online are often used interchangeably to refer to those parts of AIP that access the Oracle relational database. This includes the Data Management and Order Management GUI components and a host of UNIX shell scripts and PL/SQL modules.