This collection of articles explores approaches for quick ‘back of the envelope’ calculations – and why these are so important for business decision making.
Latest Articles on Back of the Envelope Calculations
Back of the envelope calculations: Why they are so important
This article explores the benefits of simple analysis using assumptions to quickly gain an approximate understanding of a situation.
Accuracy vs usefulness with back-of-the-envelope calculations
With estimating there can be a tradeoff between accuracy and timeliness – this article explores some key considerations in estimating approaches.
How back of the envelope calculations can improve business decision making
This article explores some situations where back-of-the-envelope calculations can improve decision-making in a company.
Back of the envelope calculations: 4 Key mistakes to avoid
There is a lot of uncertainty in financial estimations – these are 5 of the top mistakes to avoid when making projections.
Back of the envelope calculations: Why they are so important
This article explores the benefits of simple analysis using assumptions to quickly gain an approximate understanding of a situation.
Accuracy vs usefulness with back-of-the-envelope calculations
With estimating there can be a tradeoff between accuracy and timeliness – this article explores some key considerations in estimating approaches.
How back of the envelope calculations can improve business decision making
This article explores some situations where back-of-the-envelope calculations can improve decision-making in a company.
Back of the envelope calculations: 4 Key mistakes to avoid
There is a lot of uncertainty in financial estimations – these are 5 of the top mistakes to avoid when making projections.