The Forecasting Method Which Uses Anonymous Questionnaires to Achieve a Consensus

question 11

Multiple Choice

The forecasting method which uses anonymous questionnaires to achieve a consensus forecast is:

• A)sales force opinions.
• B)consumer surveys.
• C)the Delphi method.
• D)time series analysis.
• E)executive opinions.

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Definitions:

Informal Structure

The unofficial and unstated ways people and groups within an organization interact and organize work, which can contrast with the formal organizational structure.

Manager

A person responsible for controlling or administering an organization or group of staff.

Centralisation

The organizational structure where decision-making authority is concentrated at the top levels of management, often resulting in a hierarchy of power.

Decentralisation

Decentralisation is the dispersion of authority to make decisions throughout all levels of the organisation.