4. Deal with discrepancies as they arise

Despite the initial analysis, unforeseen events can lead to a deviation in the forecast at the end of the business.

First of all, you should ask the person responsible for the batch in question to find out :

• he knows the cause of the discrepancy (technical, planning, contractual, etc.);

• whether the deviation has already occurred, or whether it is a forecast deviation on which he can still take action;

• if an action plan is already in place.

Based on this information, you will be able to see the possible impact on your forecast and what room for manoeuvre you have:

• the risk is already provided for in the provisions for risks ;

• the risk...