Discuss forecasting techniques. Contrast Qualitative & Quantitative methods. Provide examples of forecasting from your own experience. How can forecasting help manage operations? Are forecasts always correct? How can we use 'Big-Data' (external research required) to improve forecasts?

Read Ch5; Watch:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wx37U6u06U https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gt-EpA8vwgk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYGqMsFnu4M

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Discuss product life cycle management and its implications for Operations Management