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The Delphi technique as a forecasting tool: issues and analysis

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  • Wright, George

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  • Rowe, Gene & Wright, George, 1999. "The Delphi technique as a forecasting tool: issues and analysis," International Journal of Forecasting, Elsevier, vol. 15(4), pages 353-375, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:intfor:v:15:y:1999:i:4:p:353-375
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