Answer:
The two methods used to forecasting labor demand and supply are: Statistical Method and Judgmental Method.
The Statistical method collects previous historic data regarding company's demand and supply for qualified employees and provides forecasting for the particular period. It is feasible when other factors remain same in the organisation. It is not feasible when the organisation changes its objectives, mission and vision etc
<u>Cost and Benefit</u>
It prevents future shortage of qualified employees
It avoids disruption over operation
The Judgmental method is when the company follow judgmental method, that is it is based on manager's experience of conducting survey to estimate employees requirements on future operation.
It is feasible for small and medium size organisation for short term forecast. It
<u>Cost and Benefit</u>
It avoids short-run shortage of employees
It avoids short-run surplus of employees.
