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We are drowning in numbers, and we no longer understand what they mean. Every day, headlines bombard us with figures meant to inform: billions in spending, trillions in debt, percentages signaling growth or decline. But for most of us, these numbers blur together. They register as “large” or “small,” but almost never as real. And that is more than a math problem. It is a civic one.

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INFORMS has awarded Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) its 2026 Franz Edelman Award for Achievement in Advanced Analytics, Operations Research and Management Science, for reengineering how global cloud infrastructure is planned and delivered, applying advanced analytics and AI to orchestrate complex fulfillment decisions across its rapidly expanding data center network.

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In the rush to adopt artificial intelligence, many employers are now requiring that employees use AI tools. As you’re using AI, be intentional and selective. It’s critical that you know yourself. Research published in Management Science found that AI is most valuable for people who understand their own abilities and limitations. Assess yourself, so you can factor this into your process for incorporating AI into your work.

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How Much Do 'Made in USA' Claims Help in Marketing Results?

How Much Do 'Made in USA' Claims Help in Marketing Results?

Industrial Distribution, July 1, 2021

CATONSVILLE, MD — Pick up any product in just about any store and you're likely to find information that indicates the country of origin of the product. The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requires this for any imported product, but not for products made in the United States. When you see the words "Made in USA" on a product, it's purely for marketing purposes. So, does it work?

INFORMS Endorses Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Modernize STEM Education

INFORMS Endorses Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Modernize STEM Education

News Release, July 1, 2021

CATONSVILLE, MD, July 1, 2021 – INFORMS has endorsed new legislation introduced in the U.S. Congress last month that, if enacted, would modernize science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education in the United States to attract more young people into these studies and fields to enhance the nation’s pipeline of STEM talent. 

Town Hall | 'There is no path to please everyone, but there are paths that will serve the best interests of everyone'

Town Hall | 'There is no path to please everyone, but there are paths that will serve the best interests of everyone'

The News-Gazette, June 29, 2021

The University of Illinois announced that all students who return to their campuses this fall will be required to be vaccinated against COVD-19. They join a list of over 500 other public and private schools around the nation who have taken this important step forward to directly protect their students, but most importantly, their staff, faculty and everyone in their communities.

Which Certification Is Best for Data Analytics?

Which Certification Is Best for Data Analytics?

CompTIA, June 28, 2021

Thinking about becoming a data analyst? If so, your timing is terrific, as data analysts are currently in high demand. Companies across all industries are actively looking for professionals who can gather, organize and use data to create better business outcomes. These may be data specialists, such as data analysts, or they may be professionals in fields like marketing, finance and business operations who use data frequently to guide good business decisions.

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