One dashboard. Five apps. Forthcast · Forthroute · Forthmatch · Forthclear · Forthsource.
Forthsuite connects Forthcast (AI demand forecasting, $19.99/mo), Forthroute (returns management), Forthmatch (3PL tracking), Forthclear (surplus liquidation), and Forthsource (supplier verification) into one operating system — built exclusively for Shopify merchants.
Quick answer
Forthsuite is a supply chain operating system for Shopify merchants that bundles five integrated apps — demand forecasting, returns management, 3PL tracking, surplus liquidation, and supplier verification — into one dashboard. Forthsuite keeps four of those apps free; only Forthcast, the AI forecasting engine, costs $19.99/month flat with no per-SKU fees.
Forthsuite Custom
Supply chain too complex for off-the-shelf? We build a custom AI system around your exact setup — your suppliers, your tools, your workflows. Not consulting. Not a new SaaS product. We build your system.
- →For 7-8 figure brands that have outgrown generic tools
- →Multi-3PL, raw material tracking, cash-inventory scorecards & more
- →Starts with a Supply Chain Audit
Five apps, one operating system
Each app is independent and free — except Forthcast, our AI forecasting engine. Use what you need, connect what makes sense.
Forthcast: Demand Forecasting
AI-powered demand forecasting up to 6 months ahead. Automated purchase orders, stockout alerts, and optimal stock level calculations. $19.99/mo flat rate.
Forthcast: AI demand forecasting for Shopify →Forthroute: Returns Management
Branded return portals, prepaid QR code labels, automatic refunds, and exchange-first workflows. No percentage fees, no annual contracts. Free.
Forthroute: Shopify returns management →Forthmatch: 3PL Tracking
Real-time fulfillment analytics, SLA violation alerts, and data-backed performance reviews for your third-party logistics partners. Free.
Forthmatch: free 3PL performance tracking →Forthclear: Surplus Marketplace
Connect surplus, overstock, and slow-moving inventory with verified bulk buyers. Secure escrow payments, competitive bids, direct B2B deals. Free to list.
Forthclear: B2B surplus liquidation marketplace →Forthsource: Supplier Intelligence
Verify suppliers against official Chinese registries, AI trust scores, landed cost calculator for 100+ countries, and legal compliance reports. Freemium.
Forthsource: supplier verification for Shopify importers →One Dashboard to Rule Them All
Every app shares data with the others. Your forecast informs your reorder. Your returns data improves your demand model. Your 3PL data feeds your profitability analysis.
Open dashboard →Connect your store in minutes
All five apps connect to your Shopify store through one integration. Once connected, your data flows automatically across every tool.
Install from Shopify App Store
Find Forthcast or any Forthsuite app on the Shopify App Store and install with one click.
Connect your store data
Your historical sales, inventory levels, and supplier data sync automatically within minutes.
Access all five apps instantly
One login. One dashboard. All five apps working together with your live Shopify data.
Transparent pricing, no surprises
We believe pricing should be simple. Four of the five apps are free. Forthcast (our AI forecasting engine) is a flat $19.99/month — no per-SKU fees, no percentage of revenue, no hidden add-ons.
- Forthroute (returns): Free
- Forthmatch (3PL tracking): Free
- Forthclear (surplus): Free to list, 5% on sales
- Forthsource (supplier): Freemium, from $29/mo
- Forthcast (forecasting): $19.99/mo, 14-day free trial
Why ops-led Shopify brands switch to Forthsuite
Brightpearl, Cin7, and Stord were built for a different era — pre-Shopify, per-SKU pricing, 3-month onboarding. Forthsuite is the modern alternative for $1M–$50M Shopify operators.
| Capability | Forthsuite | Brightpearl | Cin7 | Stord |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Built for Shopify-first brands | Yes — Shopify-only | Multi-channel ERP | Multi-channel inventory | 3PL + software hybrid |
| Pricing transparency | Free tools + $19.99/mo forecasting | Custom quote (~$2k+/mo) | Custom quote | Custom quote |
| Per-SKU fees | None | Yes | Yes | Per-shipment |
| Onboarding time | Same-day Shopify install | 8–12 weeks | 6–10 weeks | Network onboarding |
| Forecasting + returns + 3PL + sourcing in one | Yes — five connected apps | Forecasting + inventory only | Inventory + ordering | Fulfillment focused |
| Long-term contract | Cancel anytime | Annual | Annual | Multi-year |
From $0/mo for the four free apps · $19.99/mo flat for AI demand forecasting · No per-SKU fees, no annual contract.
Ready to streamline your supply chain?
Join Shopify merchants using Forthsuite to forecast demand, manage returns, track 3PLs, and liquidate surplus — all from one dashboard.