deterministic demand
[/ˌdɪtɜːrmɪˈnɪstɪk dɪˈmɑːnd/]
nounpl: deterministic demands
demanda determinística
1. A type of demand in supply chain management and operations where future demand is known with certainty and does not vary randomly
The factory operates under deterministic demand, knowing exactly how many units customers will order each month.
A fábrica opera sob demanda determinística, conhecendo exatamente quantas unidades os clientes pedirão a cada mês.
2. Demand that follows a fixed pattern or formula that can be predicted without statistical uncertainty
With deterministic demand, inventory planning becomes much simpler and more cost-effective.
Com demanda determinística, o planejamento de estoque se torna muito mais simples e econômico.
This is a technical term primarily used in business, operations management, and supply chain contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is commonly taught in MBA programs and operations management courses. In Brazil, the term is increasingly used as companies adopt more sophisticated supply chain management practices. The contrast with stochastic (probabilistic) demand is fundamental to modern inventory theory.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to operate under deterministic demand conditions
deterministic demand model
assume deterministic demand
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