1.5.The Classic View of Operation Strategy Decision Time Horizons Decision Time Horizons refer to the length of time required for the strategy to have impact on. Decision horizon Short Intermediate Long [hours or days) (weeks or months) (one year or longer) Purchasing Forecasting New facilities Scheduling Manpower Sales channels Maintenance Distribution Service Inventory objectives Issues Fig1-1 Decision Time Horizons of Manufacturing Strategy1.5. The Classic View of Operation Strategy - Decision Time Horizons Decision Time Horizons refer to the length of time required for the strategy to have impact on. Fig1-1 Decision Time Horizons of Manufacturing Strategy