The eight elements of thought and reasoning are part of the Critical Thinking model. They are listed as follows: 1. Information. 2. Assumptions. 3. Implications and consequences.
Corporate research is a relative new form of information source for investors and followers of listed companies. Unlike the investment research of brokers and investment banks it does not provide a one-size fits all recommendation. The purpose of quality corporate research is to provide an objective assessment of the company's prospects, its competitive environment and a detailed analysis of its potential earnings.
Research. Operations Research (OR) applies scientific method to the management of organized systems in business, industry, government and other enterprises. OR is regularly applied in areas such as: 1  supply chain management. 2  marketing and revenue management systems. 3  manufacturing plants.