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A supply manager is analyzing potential costs associated with the raw materials needed for a new product launch. Tooling costs are known, but the range of forecasts for future sales---and therefore demand for materials-varies widely. Given these circumstances, the supply manager should consider using which of the following?
A decision tree is an effective tool for evaluating potential costs and benefits under conditions of uncertainty, such as varying forecasts for future sales. It allows the supply manager to visually map out different decision paths and their associated costs, probabilities, and outcomes. This helps in comparing different scenarios and making informed decisions about the raw materials needed for a new product launch. Decision trees are particularly useful in situations with multiple possible outcomes and complex decisions. Reference:
* Clemen, R. T., & Reilly, T. (2013). Making Hard Decisions with DecisionTools. Cengage Learning.
* Heizer, J., Render, B., & Munson, C. (2017). Operations Management: Sustainability and Supply Chain Management. Pearson.
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