Introduction to Operations Research: Tools and Techniques for Optimal Decisions

By Dr. D. C. Upadhyay

Operations Research has emerged as one of the most powerful tools for scientific decision-making in modern organizations. From business and industry to government and defense, the application of quantitative techniques has transformed the way complex problems are analyzed and solved. This book, Introduction to Operations Research, provides a comprehensive and structured understanding of the fundamental principles and advanced methodologies of this dynamic discipline.

The text systematically covers essential topics such as Linear Programming, Transportation and Assignment Models, Game Theory, Queuing Theory, Inventory Management, Decision Theory, Markov Analysis, Simulation, Non-Linear Programming, Integer Programming, Replacement Models, and Dynamic Programming. Each chapter is designed to build conceptual clarity while maintaining practical relevance. Emphasis has been placed on problem-solving techniques, real-world applications, and analytical thinking core competencies required in today's data-driven environment.

Particular care has been taken to present mathematical concepts in a clear and student-friendly manner, making this book suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate students of management, engineering, commerce, and related disciplines. The inclusion of appendices on mathematical foundations, probability, and statistical tools further strengthens the learner's analytical base.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GVK6HF2H
• ISBN13: 9798903923724
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Notion Press
• Length: 170 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"