Quantitative Methods for Planning and Decision-Making in Business and Economics Peren, Franz W. editor. edt http://id.loc.gov/vocabulary/relators/edt Neifer, Thomas. editor. edt http://id.loc.gov/vocabulary/relators/edt SpringerLink (Online service) text sz 2024 1st ed. 2024. monographic eng

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access XV, 270 p. 118 illus., 78 illus. in color. online resource. This textbook introduces quantitative methods in operations management, based on operational research. Written for undergraduate and graduate students as well as practitioners, this book serves as a valuable compendium of essential tools for project planning, control, and strategic decision-making. Drawing from the expertise of both experienced scientists and seasoned practical managers, the descriptions of each tool are a harmonious blend of theoretical insights and real-world applicability. With a focus on accessibility, the authors have thoughtfully combined abstract concepts with easy-to-follow examples and detailed case studies. Readers will benefit from the abundance of well-explained recommendations and practical problem-solving approaches, where the book offers guidance on how to solve presented issues by using commercial software. Whether one seeks to refine project management, optimize operations, or make strategic choices, this book equips readers with the knowledge and proficiency required to excel in the dynamic field of operations management. Linear Optimization and Heuristics: K. Völker, M. Hümmer:The Decision Tree Procedure -- F. W. Peren: Linear Optimization -- K. M. Kroth: Cutting and Packaging Optimization -- M. Adolphs, S. Feistner, V. Jahnke: Queueing Theory -- T. Neifer, F. W. Peren: Sequencing Problems -- T. Neifer: Regression Analysis Using Dummy Variables -- L. Schwarzbach, R. Schmitt: Heuristic Methods -- Simulation: A. Wachholz, R. Malzew: Simulation Processes in Business and Economics: Fundamentals of the Monte Carlo Simulation -- T. Neifer: Markov Chain Monte Carlo Methods -- Nonlinear Optimization: F. W. Peren: Nonlinear Optimization: The Nelder-Mead Simlex Search Procedure -- T. Neifer, D. Lawo: Dynamic Programming -- Project Management: M. Krebs: Network Analysis Method -- R. Clement, F. W. Peren: Peren-Clement Index (PCI) -- The Peren Theorem. . edited by Franz W. Peren, Thomas Neifer. Production management Operations research Finance Statistics  Project management Social sciences Mathematics Operations Management Operations Research and Decision Theory Financial Economics Statistics in Business, Management, Economics, Finance, Insurance Project Management Mathematics in Business, Economics and Finance TS155-194 9783031472060 https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-47206-0 https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-47206-0 240122 20251030111359.0 978-3-031-47206-0