New developments in business forecasting

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the use of benchmarking as a management tool for estimating the strength of competition in the marketplace. The use of operational metrics to investigate gaps in performance is discussed.

Methods, Usage, Business enterprises, Benchmarks, Benchmarking

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New developments in business forecasting: debunking executive conventional wisdom

Article Abstract:

A selection of opinions widely held by executives on the subject of business forecasting are discussed, with reasons why they are inaccurate. The importance of demand forecasting is emphasized.

Finance, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Executives

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New developments in business forecasting

Article Abstract:

Trends in business forecasting are examined in detail. Factors to consider when comparing forecasts from different sources are also analyzed.

Management Theory & Techniques, Study and teaching

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