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Operations Research (OR) is a multidisciplinary field that applies advanced analytical methods to help make better decisions and solve complex problems. It integrates mathematics, statistics, computer science, and engineering principles to optimize processes, allocate resources efficiently, and improve organizational performance. The introduction to Operations Research emphasizes its role in decision-making under uncertainty, modeling real-world systems, and providing quantitative support for management and planning. By using techniques such as linear programming, simulation, queuing theory, and network analysis, OR enables organizations to minimize costs, maximize profits, and enhance productivity. In essence, it serves as a bridge between theory and practice, offering systematic approaches to tackle challenges across industries like transportation, healthcare, manufacturing, and finance.
This lecture is part of KWASU CSC 206 OPERATION RESEARCH in the Computer Science department. The course has 15 recorded lectures across 5 series, all free to watch.