Getting Started with Operations Research
Doing research in the field of Operations Management can be complex because operations is an umbrella concept - it bridges several topics such as product launching and supply chain management. This means that the word "operations" may not be specific enough to describe the concept you are looking for. Use the tabs above to explore the library's resources best suited for research in operations management.
Please remember you can always ask a librarian if you are having difficulty finding what you are looking for.
In addition to this guide, you may be interested in the research guides specific to supply chain resources and project management resources.
- Supply Chain ResourcesFind information about a company's "supply chain" using these recommended resources.
- Project ManagementFind information about project management using these resources.
Organizations
Professional organizations in your field can be a rich source of information, data, and networking opportunities.
- Association for Operations Management (APICS)Mission statement from website: "APICS The Association for Operations Management is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in operations management, including production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing, and logistics. Since 1957, individuals and companies have relied on APICS for its superior training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals."
- Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP)Vision statement: "CSMP is the preeminent worldwide professional association of supply chain management professionals. CSCMP exists to:
* Provide opportunities for supply chain professionals to communicate in order to develop and improve their supply chain management skills
* Identify and conduct research which adds to the knowledge base of supply chain theory and practice
* Create awareness of the significance of supply chain-related legislation, products, or services." - Institute for Supply Management (ISM) From website: "Founded in 1915, the Institute for Supply Management™ (ISM) is the largest supply management association in the world as well as one of the most respected. ISM’s mission is to lead the supply management profession through its standards of excellence, research, promotional activities, and education... ISM is a not-for-profit association that provides opportunities for the promotion of the profession and the expansion of professional skills and knowledge."
- Project Management InstituteFrom website: We serve practitioners and organizations with standards that describe good practices, globally recognized credentials that certify project management expertise, and resources for professional development, networking and community.
- Supply Chain CouncilFrom website: "The Supply Chain Council (SCC) is a global non-profit association whose methodology, diagnostic and benchmarking tools help nearly a thousand organizations make dramatic and rapid improvements in supply chain processes. SCC has established the supply chain world’s most widely accepted framework for evaluating and comparing supply chain activities and their performance."
- Warehouse Education & Research Council (WERC)From website: "WERC offers resources that help distribution professionals stay at the leading edge including educational events, performance metrics for benchmarking, practical research, expert insights and peer-to-peer knowledge exchange."
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