Section: Mixed questions

Qualitative extrinsic data are data that are obtained from external sources and are not based on numerical measurements, but rather on opinions, judgments, or perceptions. Qualitative extrinsic data are used with qualitative forecasting techniques, such as the Delphi method. The Delphi method is a technique that involves a panel of experts who provide their opinions on a topic through a series of questionnaires. The results of each questionnaire are summarized and fed back to the panel, allowing them to revise their opinions based on the feedback. The process is repeated until a consensus is reached or the opinions stabilize . The Delphi method is useful for forecasting long-term trends, new product demand, technological changes, or social and economic issues.

* SWOT Analysis: SWOT stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. It is a strategic planning tool used to identify internal and external factors that can impact an organization.
* Internal Positive Factors: These are the strengths of the organization (Option A). Publishing them might not necessarily lead to a strategic action.
* Internal Negative Factors: These are weaknesses (Option B), and emphasizing them is usually an internal effort for improvement rather than an actionable outcome.
* External Positive Factors: These are opportunities (Option C). Taking advantage of these involves leveraging external conditions that can benefit the organization, leading to growth and competitive advantage.
* External Negative Factors: These are threats (Option D), and while controlling them is important, taking advantage of opportunities is a proactive strategy that can yield significant benefits. References:
Strategic Management textbooks, SWOT Analysis tools and applications.

The demand side of a traditional warehouse management system (WMS) primarily focuses on managing and fulfilling customer orders. This includes:
* Order Processing: Receiving and processing customer orders efficiently to ensure accurate and timely fulfillment.
* Picking and Packing: Assembling outbound orders by picking items from their storage locations and packing them for shipment.
* Shipping: Coordinating the shipment of assembled orders to customers.
While receiving incoming goods, assigning storage locations, and forecasting product demand are important functions of warehouse management, they are more aligned with the supply side and inventory management.
The primary concern on the demand side is ensuring that outbound orders are accurately assembled and shipped to meet customer demand.
References
* "Warehouse Management: A Complete Guide to Improving Efficiency and Minimizing Costs in the Modern Warehouse" by Gwynne Richards.
* APICS Dictionary, 16th edition.