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From cutting edge research in universities to devising new ways to improve outcomes in business and society, the work and impact of INFORMS members is, simply put... Saving Lives, Saving Money, and Solving Problems.
Constitutional Amendment
After extensive review and discussion, the INFORMS Board of Directors has decided it is important to modernize our Constitution. INFORMS will need its members to approve these changes to help up modernize the organization.
Review the proposed changes and how you can cast your ballot.
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With multiple conferences throughout the year, members have many opportunities to present their work directly to their peers and colleagues.
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Our 17 peer-reviewed journals cover the spectrum of O.R. and Analytics research applications.
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O.R. & Analytics in the News
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February 3, 2023
Diversity Announcements Help the Stocks of Some Companies—but Not in Tech
The Wall Street Journal -
February 3, 2023
When You Buy at a Discount Online, Are You Really Paying More?
-
February 1, 2023
Urinary Tract Infections: How UTIs Can Disrupt Daily Life and How to Prevent Them
Healthline -
-
February 1, 2023
For Female Founders, Fundraising Only from Female VCs Comes at a Cost
Harvard Business Review -
-
January 29, 2023
Baltimore researchers say AI could help reduce disparities, improve access in health care
The Baltimore Sun -
January 27, 2023
Fashion and beauty brands turn to ‘we made too much’ sales to offload inventory
Modern Retail