Two chapters are devoted to the importance of creating sound demand histories and special forecast considerations such as promotion items, cyclical promotions, lumpy demand items, discontinued items and dependent demand items. He looks at every aspect of forecasting to develop the best strategy for each company.
The third section of Focus Forecasting and DRP breaks down the intricacies of Distribution Resource Planning (DRP). It looks at what DRP is, the history of DRP and all the definitions involved in this planning method. This section provides operating procedures for manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers addressing their unique DRP needs. Creating the DRP data base is laid out in detail and how to deal with special considerations such as multiplant, multiwarehouse, allocations, joint replenishment and identifying and redistributing excess are explained. Finally, a pilot action plan is presented along with seven case studies of successful Focus Forecasting(r) and DRP users.
The concepts in his books Focus Forecasting Computer Techniques for Inventory Control, Focus Forecasting and DRP Logistics Tools of the 21st Century and Power Planning for Business have been used by 100's of business and government groups to improve customer service, to improve return on assets, to reduce cost of goods sold, and to reduce operating costs.
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