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Optimization hackathons, code fests, and innovation challenges on Nextmv

Looking to innovate in operations research? Or better translate academic research to industrial practice? Build or practice modeling skills set up for real-world impact? Check out this starter guide to hosting challenges on Nextmv.

Optimization, why it matters, how it’s changing, and more — an interview with Thiago Serra

From software development to operations research to the classroom, Professor Thiago Serra has experienced the world of optimization through many lenses. We chatted with him to learn more.

How to group multiple stops while optimizing routes

A quick intro to grouping stops together on a route for use cases ranging from food delivery to courier services and beyond.

A 2021 look back and 2022 preview

A lot happened at Nextmv in 2021. Here’s a 5-minute rundown of all the goodness the team dispatched and a mini preview of what’s to come in 2022.

Decisions as code

We love a good polyhedral representation with a side of matrix math, but we know they're not for everyone. So we're creating decision optimization tooling that allows developers to work with decisions as code.

Using route limits to regulate operational costs

A look at how to configure limits for your vehicle routes: maximum number of stops visited, maximum distance traveled, and maximum time spent on route.