Operations Research is an advanced use of analytical technique which is beneficial for decision making. It encompasses a wide range of problem solving techniques in the aim of good decision making. People holding skills in OR (operations research) hold positions in decision making and business analytic and marketing analysis. Operations research is also referred as Management science or Industrial Engineering. With today's times and changing client demands OR is the best technique for fast and reliable delivery. In this global market where public and private organizations need high quality products and services effectively and efficiently which in turn requires careful planning and decision making and analysis and this is possible only with the help of effective Operations Research.
The main subsidiaries which can be identified in operational research are:
• Revenue management
• Stochastic models
• Policy modeling and public sector work
• Computing and information technologies
• Financial engineering
• Transportation
• Environment, energy, and natural resources
• Manufacturing, service sciences, and supply chain management
• Marketing Engineering
How does it help businesses?
Operations Research is a very effective technique used in businesses today. It helps a lot in the growth of the various businesses where OR is used. Some of the OR methods and techniques are:
• Probability and statistics: Helps in measuring risks, make reliable forecast, make analytical test conclusions, and gather valuable and important insights in businesses.
• Computer Simulation: Allows businesses to try out new approaches and ideas for improvement.
• Problem structuring: OR helps in making critical decisions with regard to stakeholders and competitors.
• Optimization: Helps businesses in narrowing down to the best possible choices and the most feasible options for business growth.
The application of OR helps in the growth and development