Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) Practice Test 2

Mr. Patel is the production manager at a manufacturing company that produces electronic gadgets. The company is preparing its sales and operations plan for the next quarter. As part of the S&OP process, Mr. Patel needs to forecast the demand for the gadgets accurately. However, he is facing a dilemma because the demand for their gadgets has been fluctuating due to changing consumer preferences and market trends. What should Mr. Patel prioritize to improve the accuracy of the demand forecast?