OPERATIONS RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT
The concept of interdisciplinary studies and careers has suddenly sprung up into being in
almost every sector, quintessentially in software and telecommunications. The industries
and markets worldwide now seek global qualification in individuals equipped with a
synergetic combination of entrepreneurial and technical skills. They are expected to be
able to accurately assess the impact of a new concept, right from its technical feasibility
to its influence on the market protocol. They must have the ability to anticipate potential
factors that lead to profit maximizations of their organizations. This article serves to
introduce one of the novel careers blooming in technical entrepreneurship- that of an
Operations Research Manager.
An Introduction:
Operations research and management science are terms that are used interchangeably to
describe the discipline of applying advanced analytical techniques to help make better
decisions and to solve problems. The procedures of operations research gave effective
assistance during World War II in missions such as deploying radar, searching for enemy
submarines, and getting supplies where they were most needed.
AORS celebrates 50 years
Fuels and Lubes Research Operations
Operations Research (journal)Following the war, new
analytical methods were developed and numerous peacetime applications emerged,
leading to the use of operations research in many industries and occupations.
The prevalence of operations research in the Nation's economy reflects the growing
complexity of managing large organizations that require the effective use of money,
materials, equipment, and people. Operations research analysts help determine better
ways to coordinate these elements by applying analytical methods from mathematics,
science, and engineering. They solve problems in different ways and propose alternative
solutions to management, which then chooses the course of action that best meets the
organization's goals. In general, operations research analysts may be concerned with
diverse issues such as top-level strategy, planning, forecasting, resource allocation,
performance measurement, scheduling, design of production facilities and systems,
supply chain...