you will want to start in Google Scholar (or any electronic library you can access) and locate one journal article (less than seven years old) addressing some forecasting facets. To Search, enter search terms such as “Demand Forecasting” or “Forecasting Methods” into the search bar, and a long list of sub-topic titles will appear. Choose a journal article that (a) interests you and (b) has a PDF version you can download to your PC or MAC. Read the journal article from start to finish while making notes on the research, the findings, and the conclusions. Then, using the Word template provided below, report on the journal article you chose:
- Title of the journal article, author, publishing journal, year of publication,
- A summation that introduces the Journal article’s subject matter
- Type of research conducted and research question (if there is one)
- Background information as to why this journal article was written (look in the Literature Search/Survey section)
- Findings and Conclusions of a research-based article
- A summary of what you learned that added to your understanding of demand-driven forecasting
Instructions:
- Please ensure you follow the guidelines for this assignment. Use the template attached below to complete this assignment. Label your submission document as firstinitiallastname_Assignment1.docx (for example, JJohnson_Assignment1.docx).
- The content of this assignment should be a minimum of 1000 words of strategic material, double-spaced. The content requirements do not include a cover page, abstract, or reference pages. The assignment should be in APA, MS Word, Times New Roman 12PT Font, one space after punctuation, and with in-text citations.
- You must provide references to support your points as they add to the body of knowledge.
