Operations Research Methods

The scope of this book is Operations Research methods in Agriculture and a thorough discussion of derived applications in the Agri-food industry. The book summarizes current research and practice in t

As a social space, the web provides researchers both with a tool and an environment to explore the intricacies of everyday life. As a site of mediated interactions and interrelationships, the ‘digital

"This book provides modern research on research methods currently facing educational technology and learners. While highlighting the innovative trends and methods, readers will learn valuable ways to

Choosing Methods in Mental Health Research develops a new framework for mental health research. It is concerned with how to choose the most appropriate mental health research method, not only to addre

* A simple and systematic guide to the planning and performance of investigations concerned with health and disease and with health care

This book contains 93 selected papers from the symposium "Operations Research 2008" which was held from September 3-5, 2008 at the University of Augsburg, Germany. The international conference, which

Effective logistics management has played a vital role in delivering products and services, and driving research into finding ever improving theoretical and technological solutions. While often though

Due to its societal and economic relevance, Project Management (PM) has become an important discipline and a concept critical to modern organizations, public and private. PM as an academic discipline

"This book presents traditional and contemporary applications of graph theory in the areas of industrial engineering, management science and applied operations research"--

The emergence of high performance computers and sophisticated software technology has led to significant advances in the development and application of operations research. In turn, the growing com

AN UNPARALLELED UNDERTAKINGThe Wiley Encyclopedia of Operations Research and Management Science is the first multi-volume encyclopedia devoted to advancing the areas of operations research and managem

Decision Making and Operations Research Techniques for Construction Management challenges the traditional empirical approach to problem solving and provides construction practitioners with a seasoned account to resolving day-to-day complicated issues in construction project management. With over 150,000 workers at different levels working at dispersed project sites throughout the territory, construction managers have to look for optimal solutions to minimize the costs and to maximize the efficiencies. This book provides scientific tools for practitioners to resolve some practical problems which are administered empirically at present and may lead to inconsistent results and human errors. The modern decision-making tools introduced in this book include Multi-criteria Decision-making Models, Artificial Neural Network, Genetic Algorithms, Construction Simulation, Rough Set Theory and Advanced Statistical Techniques for construction. This book will serve as a useful companion for those m

"Best Available and Safest Technologies for Offshore Oil and Gas Operations: Options for Implementation explores a range of options for improving the implementation of the U.S. Department of the Inter

Detailed and comprehensive treatment of performance analysis techniques for commercial jet aircraft including technical, operational and regulatory considerations Based on the author’s industrial exp

Whether using high-tech equipment or agents-provocateur (undercover agents), intelligence involves the use of processed data. This text is a collection of essential information based upon the author’s

Artificial intelligence and other intelligent systems heavily contribute to evolution and growth in the field of operations management.Intelligent Systems in Operations: Models, Methods, and Applicat

Research Methods for Business, 9th Edition explains the principles and practices of using a systematic, organized research approach, facilitating the development of effective solutions to business challenges. Designed to help students view research from the perspective of management, this leading textbook guides readers through the entire business research process while fostering a deeper understanding of how to conduct rigorous, relevant, and ethical research.Provides a clear, student-friendly introduction to business research with an informal and accessible writing styleCovers a wide range of business research methods and practices used in areas such as human resources management, strategic management, operations management, finance, and accountingIntegrates real-world case studies and examples from various business disciplines to illustrate key conceptsEmphasizes both scientific and pragmatic approaches to research to ensure a well-rounded understandingEnhances critical thinking and

This book gathers a selection of peer-reviewed papers presented at the International Conference on Operations Research (OR 2017), which was held at Freie Universität Berlin, Germany on September 6-8,