Prior to beginning work on this assignment, read Chapters 13 and 18 of your course text.

In your paper,

Distinguish between qualitative and quantitative forecasting methods. First, choose one method for each type (quantitative and quantitative, listed in this assignment instruction) and then present your comparison between those two chosen methods.

• Qualitative methods
  • Delphi method
  • Salesforece opinions
  • Market research
  • Historical life-cycle
• Quantitative forecasting methods
  • Moving averages
  • Exponential smoothing
  • Regression method

The Comparative Forecasting Methods paper,

must be three to four double-spaced pages in length

must include an introduction and conclusion paragraph

must use at least two scholarly or credible sources in addition to the course text.