Histories of the Future

“Histories of the Future is an insightful, clever book worth reading. It is not a ‘how to’ guide. Instead, Jonathon Karelse, an enlightened practitioner, provides an exciting account about the people and times that gave rise to the major ideas and the key milestones in business forecasting. There is a lot to learn and enjoy while reading this book.” —Spyros Makridakis, Director of the Institute of the Future, University of Nicosia; Emeritus Professor of Decision Sciences, INSEAD

“By placing forecasting tools, techniques, and practices into their historical context Jonathon not only provides for an interesting read, he brings us to a deeper and more complete understanding of the forecasting discipline.” —Bram DeSmet, adjunct professor, Vlerick Business School; CEO, Solventure

“A unique and fascinating tour of the history leading to modern-day business forecasting. Karelse shows how a combination of varied (and often misguided) approaches laid the foundation upon which we forecast today.” —Michael Gilliland, Associate Editor, Foresight: The International Journal of Applied Forecasting; Director, International Institute of Forecasting; Author, The Business Forecasting Deal

“An engrossing account of a fascinating and neglected history that will provide important insights to anyone involved in business forecasting today.” —Paul Goodwin, Emeritus Professor, University of Bath