Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/a97ba1/demanddriven_fore)
has announced the addition of John Wiley and Sons Ltd's new report "Demand-Driven
Forecasting: A Structured Approach to Forecasting" to their offering.
This is a practitioner based book that provides readers with real proven
processes, methodologies, and performance metrics that can be applied
immediately with significant improvement in forecast accuracy. It will
be filled with real life examples and case studies to illustrate both
best-in-class approaches as well as initial start-up approaches.
The tentative contents is:
Demystifying Forecasting: Myths versus Reality;
Performing a Strategic Value Assessments;
What Is Forecast Value Added;
Practical Applications and Methods in Forecasting;
Tool Box Approach to Forecasting;
Demand-Driven Consensus Forecasting;
Performance Metrics;
Cultural barriers in Forecasting.
Praise for Demand-Driven Forecasting
A Structured Approach to Forecasting
"There are authors of advanced forecasting books who take an academic
approach to explaining forecast modeling that focuses on the
construction of arcane algorithms and mathematical proof that are not
very useful for forecasting practitioners. Then, there are other authors
who take a general approach to explaining demand planning, but gloss
over technical content required of modern forecasters. Neither of these
approaches is well-suited for helping business forecasters critically
identify the best demand data sources, effectively apply appropriate
statistical forecasting methods, and properly design efficient demand
planning processes. In Demand-Driven Forecasting, Chase fills this void
in the literature and provides the reader with concise explanations for
advanced statistical methods and credible business advice for improving
ways to predict demand for products and services. Whether you are an
experienced professional forecasting manager, or a novice forecast
analyst, you will find this book a valuable resource for your
professional development." --Daniel Kiely, Senior Manager, Epidemiology,
Forecasting & Analytics, Celgene Corporation
"Charlie Chase has given forecasters a clear, responsible approach for
ending the timeless tug of war between the need for 'forecast rigor' and
the call for greater inclusion of 'client judgment.' By advancing the
use of 'domain knowledge' and hypothesis testing to enrich base-case
forecasts, he has empowered professional forecasters to step up and
impact their companies' business results favorably and profoundly, all
the while enhancing the organizational stature of forecasters broadly."
--Bob Woodard, Vice President, Global Consumer and Customer Insights,
Campbell Soup Company
Key Topics Covered:
Foreword.
Preface.
Acknowledgments.
Chapter 1: Demystifying Forecasting: Myths versus Reality.
Chapter 2: What Is Demand-Driven Forecasting?
Chapter 3: Overview of Forecasting Methods.
Chapter 4: Measuring Forecast Performance.
Chapter 5: Quantitative Forecasting methods using time series data
Chapter 6: Quantitative Forecasting Methods Using Causal Data.
Chapter 7: Weighted Combined Forecasting Methods.
Chapter 8: Sensing, Shaping, and Linking Demand to Supply: A Case
Study Using MTCA.
Chapter 9: Strategic Value Assessment: Assessing the Readiness of Your
Demand Forecasting Process.
Index.
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