Paras PPT
Paras PPT
AY : 2024-25 Semester V
by Paras Yadav
Introduction to Time Series Analysis
Time series analysis involves studying data collected over time, identifying patterns, and understanding the relationships between variables.
1 Trend 2 Seasonality
A general upward or downward movement over time. Repetitive patterns that occur at regular intervals, like
monthly or yearly cycles.
3 Cyclical 4 Noise
Long-term fluctuations that may not have a fixed period, Random fluctuations that are not easily predictable or
often influenced by economic conditions. explained.
Understanding Sales Data Patterns
It is crucial to carefully analyze sales data to identify underlying patterns and trends that can inform forecasting models.
1 2 3 4
Uses a single independent variable (time) to predict sales. Incorporates multiple independent variables, such as
marketing spend or competitor activity, to improve
prediction accuracy.
Exponential Smoothing
Methods
Exponential smoothing methods assign more weight to recent data, giving a
smoother forecast for time series data.
Holt-Winters Seasonal
Further incorporates seasonality in the model, making it suitable
for data with strong seasonal patterns.
ARIMA Models
ARIMA models use past values of the time series and errors to
predict future values.