A DYNAMIC MODEL OF THE FIRM -- ESTIMATED AND APPLIED,
Abstract
A dynamic model for a multi-product, multi-purpose, multi-input firm is constructed and estimated. Two single equation regression techniques are applied in the estimation process; they are simple least squares and restricted least squares. Learning functions for the level of material purchases and changes in production are a major feature of the model; the independent variables in these functions are the levels, changes, and cumulative amounts of input and output inventories, respectively. Two simple optimization problems are solved to indicate the role that the estimated model may play in decision making within the firm. These applications are consummated to show that the model could be utilized to order alternative production and inventory policies. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1968
- Accession Number
- AD0679585
Entities
People
- David A. Walker
Organizations
- George Washington University