Operations and supply chain controls and measurements include forecasting methods for managing the supply chain.

Discusshow to utilize forecasting methodologies in order to decide which model to use in product development. How does this relate to inventory management strategies? What is Sales and Operations Planning? Do you know if your company does this type of activity? How does sales and operations planning help resolve product or service shortage problems?

Have you gotten to take part in any of these meetings or strategic sessions in forecasting, or provide some input? Be sure to include any resources used from research in your post.