Publisher's Synopsis
The use of quantitative information in decision making has contributed to the success of businesses in every industry. The proliferation of microcomputers and software tools, such as Lotus 1-2-3, has significantly increased our analytical capabilities. This book treats a wide range of information and tools that provide business professionals with an opportunity and a challenge to increase productivity and effectiveness through quantitative methods. It provides key statistical concepts, including correlation, regression, forecasting and sampling for performing business analysis using the powerful Lotus 1-2-3 computer program. The clear exposition makes statistical processes understandable to, and usable by, the non-technical manager.