In the context of 'Although few retailers have embraced the complete set of forecasting and inventory models described in this chapter, lean retailers are moving in that direction.', does 'Lean retailers use a crystal ball to forecast and develop inventory models they know will be successful.' stand alone without direct association?
Although few retailers have embraced the complete set of forecasting and inventory models described in this chapter, lean retailers are moving in that direction.###Lean retailers use a crystal ball to forecast and develop inventory models they know will be successful.