The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge impact on our lives and society globally. The pandemic has generated many problems and questions, of a personal, local, national and international nature. Simulation research can play a crucial role in helping governments, businesses and communities to understand the impact of the pandemic and toRead more
This Blog post was written by Professor Stewart Robinson. The 19-21 March saw the 9th biennial Simulation Workshop, a conference run by the Operational Research Society. Around 70 simulation academics and practitioners met for the three-day event at the Ettington Chase Hotel in Warwickshire. The conference focuses on the latest developments and practice in discrete-event simulation,Read more
The headlines on Friday the 24th of February all featured Claudio Ranieri being sacked from Leicester City Football Club – 9 months on from winning the Premiership last year but having had a dismal performance this season. Whilst there are many heated debates around the UK about this – if not the world as LeicesterRead more
As an academic researcher, publications and conferences play a major part in our careers and lives. So when you hear back that your paper got accepted at the most prestigious conference in the world in your field, little can contain your excitement and enthusiasm. Especially when its being hosted by EurOma, JOMSA and POMS collaborativelyRead more