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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.

A 2023 look back and 2024 preview of what’s next with DecisionOps and decision science

Last year, we focused on accelerating deployment and testing for decision models. 2024 looks to focus on operating and monitoring models with more platform integrations and greater visibility and control across your development lifecycle.

Shift scheduling optimization: Generating shift types, planning for demand, and assigning workers

Solving a workforce scheduling problem? Not sure where to start? We walk through the basics and cover what you need to know about optimizing and automating shift scheduling.

Nextmv Pyomo integration: Build, test, deploy Python-based decision models faster

Do you model optimization problems with Python and Pyomo? The Nextmv Pyomo integration makes it easier than ever to run, test, and deploy Pyomo models using Nexmv’s DecisionOps platform.

Should I use map or traffic data for my vehicle routing problem (VRP)?

When planning routes for vehicles, it’s reasonable to think you want to incorporate map or traffic data. But it’s not always needed and is often an investment if you decide to pursue it. We look at how to decide.

Community conversation with founders at Ox and The Rounds

How do logistics and automation intertwine? What are common misconceptions about decision automation? How do efficiency and sustainability power the circular economy? We asked startup founders these questions and more.