by Steven C. Wheelwright, Spyros Makridakis (1985)
Discussion on the nature of forecasting problems, the types of techniques developed for forecasting, and the criterial that can be used in matching specific techniques with specific problem situations.
John E. Hanke, Arthur G. Reitsch
Presents the basic statistical techniques that are useful for preparing individual business forecasts and long-range plans. The emphasis is on the application of techniques by management for decision making.
Charles Chase
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
Darlene Russ-Eft, Hallie Preskill
"Citing dozens of successful evaluation programs from the private and public sectors, the authors outline a step-by-step approach to designing, building, and conducting evaluations that will reveal strengths and weaknesses within the organization and pinpoint opportunities for learning and improvement. Evaluation in Organizations will become a resource for human resource and training professionals; market researchers; finance, operations, and planning managers; educators and students of organizational and human resource development; and anyone responsible for measuring, monitoring, and enhancing organizational performance."--BOOK JACKET.
Lawrence L. Martin, Peter M. Kettner
Government and nongovernment human service providers are under increasing pressure to demonstrate that their programs work. As stakeholders demand accountability, providers are turning to performance measurement as a way of demonstrating the efficiency, quality, and effectiveness of their programs. Measuring the Performance of Human Service Programs examines the reasons why performance measurement is rapidly becoming an essential component of human service management today. The authors explain in detail how to measure and assess programs with special emphasis on the various types of outcome measures, including numeric accounts, standardized measures, level of functioning scales, and client satisfaction. As a special feature, the authors include a detailed case study with exercises to illustrate the book's concepts. . Offering guidance on how to assess client outcomes, this comprehensive volume will be ideal for social work researchers and administrators.