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If a company anticipates a major economic downturn, how might sales forecasting assist in strategic planning?
If a company anticipates a major economic downturn, how might sales forecasting assist in strategic planning?
- By eliminating the need for marketing campaigns, as sales will be driven by necessity.
- By allowing the company to ignore competitor activities, focusing solely on internal sales data.
- By ensuring the company maintains aggressive growth targets regardless of market conditions.
- By informing decisions on resource allocation, inventory levels, and potential cost-cutting measures. (correct)
Which factor, if overlooked, would most likely lead to an inaccurate sales forecast?
Which factor, if overlooked, would most likely lead to an inaccurate sales forecast?
- The CEO's personal sales expectations.
- The daily cafeteria menu.
- The color scheme of the company logo.
- Changes in consumer preferences or market trends. (correct)
How does sales forecasting contribute to a business's ability to manage its cash flow effectively?
How does sales forecasting contribute to a business's ability to manage its cash flow effectively?
- By providing precise figures that eliminate the need for budgeting.
- By predicting future revenue, which aids in planning expenditures and investments. (correct)
- By guaranteeing a steady increase in sales, regardless of market conditions.
- By reducing the importance of accounts receivable management.
In what way could a seasonal business, such as a ski resort, utilize sales forecasting to improve operations?
In what way could a seasonal business, such as a ski resort, utilize sales forecasting to improve operations?
What is the primary goal of sales forecasting?
What is the primary goal of sales forecasting?
A new competitor enters the market. How should a business incorporate this into its sales forecasting?
A new competitor enters the market. How should a business incorporate this into its sales forecasting?
How can historical sales data be used most effectively in sales forecasting?
How can historical sales data be used most effectively in sales forecasting?
When a sales forecast significantly overestimates actual sales, what is a likely consequence for a business?
When a sales forecast significantly overestimates actual sales, what is a likely consequence for a business?
In what scenario would a qualitative forecasting method be more appropriate than a quantitative one?
In what scenario would a qualitative forecasting method be more appropriate than a quantitative one?
How does accurate sales forecasting affect investor confidence in a company?
How does accurate sales forecasting affect investor confidence in a company?
Flashcards
What is sales forecasting?
What is sales forecasting?
Estimating a business's sales in the future.
Study Notes
- Sales forecasting is estimating a business' future sales.
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