Behavioral Operational Research

Behavioral Operational Research
Author: Martin Kunc
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 412
Release: 2016-06-29
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1137535512

Behavioral research is making a significant impact on many academic disciplines. Its status as the source of some of the most profound research in the social sciences is unparalleled. Therefore, it is not surprising that interest in Behavior and Operational Research (OR) is burgeoning, even though understanding the relationship between knowledge, behavior and action has been an academic preoccupation in OR since the beginning of the discipline. This book introduces the idea of Behavioral OR, where the theoretical and empirical developments in the behavioral field are making an impression on OR academics and practitioners alike. The book provides a much needed overview that connects together theory, methodology and practice and offers the “state of the art” on Behavioral Operational Research theory and practice. The book not only includes chapters by leading academics, but also includes rich and insightful real-life case studies by practitioners.

Operations Research Methods And Practice

Operations Research Methods And Practice
Author: C. K. Mustafi
Publisher: New Age International
Total Pages: 476
Release: 1996
Genre: Management
ISBN: 9788122408829

Written With The Dual Purpose Of In Depth Study Of Operations Research And Creating An Awareness About Its Applicability The Third Edition Of The Book Covers Diverse Topics Such As Linear Programming, Network Planning, Inventory Control, Waiting Line Problems, Simulation, Problems Of Replacement, Reliability And Elements Of Non-Linear Programming With Appropriate Rigour. It Also Includes Real Life Applications Of Operations Manufacturing To Make The Readers Familiar With Operations Research Methodology. The Book Also Contains Numerous Examples And Exercises With Answers To Help The Students Develop Problem Solving Skill. The New Edition Also Presents Computer Programmes To Be Used On A Personal Computer For The Benefit Of The Students With A Computer Orientation.

Operations Research

Operations Research
Author: Michael Carter
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 448
Release: 2018-08-06
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1498780113

Operations Research: A Practical Introduction is just that: a hands-on approach to the field of operations research (OR) and a useful guide for using OR techniques in scientific decision making, design, analysis and management. The text accomplishes two goals. First, it provides readers with an introduction to standard mathematical models and algorithms. Second, it is a thorough examination of practical issues relevant to the development and use of computational methods for problem solving. Highlights: All chapters contain up-to-date topics and summaries A succinct presentation to fit a one-term course Each chapter has references, readings, and list of key terms Includes illustrative and current applications New exercises are added throughout the text Software tools have been updated with the newest and most popular software Many students of various disciplines such as mathematics, economics, industrial engineering and computer science often take one course in operations research. This book is written to provide a succinct and efficient introduction to the subject for these students, while offering a sound and fundamental preparation for more advanced courses in linear and nonlinear optimization, and many stochastic models and analyses. It provides relevant analytical tools for this varied audience and will also serve professionals, corporate managers, and technical consultants.

OPERATIONS RESEARCH: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE, 2ND ED

OPERATIONS RESEARCH: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE, 2ND ED
Author: Ravindran
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 660
Release: 2007-07
Genre:
ISBN: 9788126512560

About The Book: This edition includes a new chapter on decision analysis, and additional material on computer solutions of linear programming problems, LP applications, the use of sensitivity analysis output, minimal spanning tree, goal programming, network of queues, and more. Throughout, mathematics is kept to an intermediate level.

Operations Research

Operations Research
Author: H. A. Eiselt
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 455
Release: 2010-05-17
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 364210326X

Since the 1960s, operations research (or, alternatively, management science) has become an indispensable tool in scientific management. In simple words, its goal on the strategic and tactical levels is to aid in decision making and, on the operational level, automate decision making. Its tools are algorithms, procedures that create and improve solutions to a point at which optimal or, at least, satisfactory solutions have been found. While many texts on the subject emphasize methods, the special focus of this book is on the applications of operations research in practice. Typically, a topic is introduced by means of a description of its applications, a model is formulated and its solution is presented. Then the solution is discussed and its implications for decision making are outlined. We have attempted to maximize the understanding of the topics by using intuitive reasoning while keeping mathematical notation and the description of techniques to a minimum. The exercises are designed to fully explore the material covered in the chapters, without resorting to mind-numbing repetitions and trivialization.

Community Operational Research

Community Operational Research
Author: Gerald Midgley
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 367
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1441989110

"This is the book I have been waiting for. Community Operational Research has shown that analysis can be used not only for, but also with, community groups, helping them to gain more control of their situations. What Midgley and Ochoa-Arias' volume does is provide not only rich examples of grass-roots practice, but also thought-provoking theoretical explorations. The editors have a point of view, but they allow space for debate with those who interpret Community OR differently." Jonathan Rosenhead (Emeritus Professor of Operational Research, London School of Economics and Political Science; Ex-President of the ORS)

The Practice of Supply Chain Management: Where Theory and Application Converge

The Practice of Supply Chain Management: Where Theory and Application Converge
Author: Terry P. Harrison
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 359
Release: 2006-04-11
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0387272755

For over a decade, there has been an increasing interest in the use of supply chain methods to improve performance across the entire business enterprise. Numerous industries have recognized the importance of efficient supply chain integration, and, as a result, supply chain management has become a standard part of business practice. The Practice of Supply Chain Management: Where Theory and Application Converge is a must-have volume for users of supply chain management methods, supply chain management researchers, and students in supply chain management. The objective of the book is to provide an overview of this important practice-research cycle, and it is organized into three sections: Core Concepts and Practices; Emerging Supply Chain Practices; and Supply Chain in Action. The focus of the book is on supply chain practice, but supply chain practice that has been heavily influenced by supply chain research. It is this synergy between research and practice that continues to simulate new directions for research.

Operations Research

Operations Research
Author: N.V.S Raju
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 724
Release: 2019-09-03
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1000702405

This book ‘Operations Research: Theory and Practice’ provides various concepts, theoretical and practical knowledge and develops the techno-managerial skills in the field of engineering. All the angles and approaches of operations applicable to both industrial and institutional needs are presented. It also provides an insight into the historical development of Operations Research. Examples and problems from usual situations that occur in industries are presented wherever necessary. Please note: Taylor & Francis does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

Operations Research Applications in Health Care Management

Operations Research Applications in Health Care Management
Author: Cengiz Kahraman
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 596
Release: 2017-12-08
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3319654551

This book offers a comprehensive reference guide to operations research theory and applications in health care systems. It provides readers with all the necessary tools for solving health care problems. The respective chapters, written by prominent researchers, explain a wealth of both basic and advanced concepts of operations research for the management of operating rooms, intensive care units, supply chain, emergency medical service, human resources, lean health care, and procurement. To foster a better understanding, the chapters include relevant examples or case studies. Taken together, they form an excellent reference guide for researchers, lecturers and postgraduate students pursuing research on health care management problems. The book presents a dynamic snapshot on the field that is expected to stimulate new directions and stimulate new ideas and developments.

Operations Research and Health Care

Operations Research and Health Care
Author: Margaret L. Brandeau
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 870
Release: 2006-04-04
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1402080662

In both rich and poor nations, public resources for health care are inadequate to meet demand. Policy makers and health care providers must determine how to provide the most effective health care to citizens using the limited resources that are available. This chapter describes current and future challenges in the delivery of health care, and outlines the role that operations research (OR) models can play in helping to solve those problems. The chapter concludes with an overview of this book – its intended audience, the areas covered, and a description of the subsequent chapters. KEY WORDS Health care delivery, Health care planning HEALTH CARE DELIVERY: PROBLEMS AND CHALLENGES 3 1.1 WORLDWIDE HEALTH: THE PAST 50 YEARS Human health has improved significantly in the last 50 years. In 1950, global life expectancy was 46 years [1]. That figure rose to 61 years by 1980 and to 67 years by 1998 [2]. Much of these gains occurred in low- and middle-income countries, and were due in large part to improved nutrition and sanitation, medical innovations, and improvements in public health infrastructure.