Scenario products are powerful for "what-if" analyses, but sharing them requires care. Here's a step-by-step guide:
1. Create Your Scenario:
Begin by constructing your scenario product within Pickler. This involves inputting the hypothetical changes you want to model (e.g., material substitutions, design alterations).
2. Configure the Scenario:
Ensure all parameters are accurately set. This includes:
Specifying the hypothetical changes clearly.
Defining the baseline product for comparison.
Choosing the relevant metrics (carbon footprint, eco-costs).
Setting the appropriate units (per piece, per kg).
3. Document Assumptions:
This is critical. Thoroughly document all assumptions made in creating the scenario. This documentation is essential for transparency and context.
4. Save the Scenario:
Save the scenario with a descriptive name. Include details about the assumptions made in the scenario's name, if possible, to make it easier to understand later.
5. Choose Your Sharing Method:
Select the appropriate sharing method:
Sales Presentations: Scenarios are most effective in direct sales conversations where you can provide context.
Internal Reports: Use PDFs or links for internal analysis and decision-making.
Avoid Direct Marketing: Remember, scenarios are generally not suitable for direct marketing claims without very clear disclaimers.
6. Provide Context and Disclaimers:
When sharing, always:
Clearly state that the data is based on a hypothetical scenario.
Provide the documented assumptions.
Explicitly state that actual results may vary.
If sharing externally, add a disclaimer to any material, making it clear that it is a scenario.
7. Follow Up:
Be prepared to answer questions about the scenario and its limitations.
If the scenario leads to real-world changes, share the verified data from the resulting inventory product.
By following these steps, you can share Pickler scenario products responsibly and effectively.