It can be highly beneficial for companies to develop a forecast of the future values of some important metrics, such as demand for its product or variables that describe the economic climate. There ...

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As you will see, there are many techniques available for forecasting purposes, which makes it difficult for people to select the most appropriate technique. In fact, there is rarely one best technique ...

Shifting from spreadsheets to tools built in to the general contractor’s project management software improves inputs, transparency and consistency of forecasts, improving communications with clients ...