Handbook of Applied Optimization

Optimization is an essential tool in every project in large-scale organizations, whether in business, industry, engineering or science. In this text distinguished contributors focus on the algorithmic and computational aspects of optimization, particularly the most recent methods for solving a wide range of decision-making problems. Designed as a practical resource for programmers, project planners, and managers, this book covers optimization problems in a wide range of settings, from the airline and aerospace industries to telecommunications, finance, health systems, biomedicine, and engineering.