OPS571 University of Phoenix Operations Forecasting Paper

Description

Purpose of Assignment

The purpose of this assignment is for students to learn how to apply operations forecasting.

Resources

Microsoft® Excel®

Assignment Steps

Select a business operations data set from the internet or other sources which can be used for forecasting.

Develop a minimum of three quantitative forecasts using Microsoft®Excel®.

• Compare and contrast each quantitative forecast you develop.
• Choose the one forecast you determine would be the best for the firm, and be prepared to explain why you chose this.
• Evaluate the impact this forecast would have on the firm from a financial metrics standpoint.

Develop a 700-word report in which you describe your forecasting project, including details on all the assignment steps.

Format your assignment according to APA guidelines.