Key terms and concepts related to the Certified Analytics Professional program
INFORMS is proud to recognize the members of the CAP Education Committee for their leadership in developing the INFORMS Analytics Glossary, a valuable resource that brings clarity, consistency, and accessibility to the language of analytics and connects it to the INFORMS Analytics Framework.
We appreciate the important work that our members perform as stewards of the profession. Their expertise and dedication are helping shape the future of the analytics profession.
University Assistant, TU Graz
CAP certified. Systems Engineer and Economist with expertise in optimization, operations research, and data-driven innovation. David brought a global academic and technical perspective to this project.
Professor of Economics and Business Analytics, University of San Diego
Dr. Levkoff is Clinical Professor of Economics and Business Analytics at the Knauss School of Business, University of San Diego. He brings industry-informed academic insight to the glossary development, bridging data science theory and application.
Director, Data Science, Metyis
Jan-Sjoerd has over 14 years of experience in the data and analytics field, currently serving as Director of Data Science at Metyis. His perspective helped align the glossary with modern industry practice.
Director, AI Strategic Integration and Data Management, Concordia University
Caroline H. Santos is Director of AI Strategic Integration and Data Management at Concordia University. With deep experience in analytics strategy and execution, she contributed an applied industry lens to glossary development.
Additional thanks to Arnie Greenland, Ph.D., CAP-X and Shannon Browning, CAP-X for their help in connecting the glossary to the INFORMS Analytics Framework and the Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) certification.
