OR/MS has always been about making better decisions. Data independence extends that mission. It asks us to look beyond algorithms and models and examine the foundation on which they are built. It challenges us to treat data not just as a resource, but as a governed asset with defined ownership and value.  

• Wes Chaar

In a world where traditional operational strategies have long been the driving force, neuro-OM emerges as a groundbreaking paradigm shift. This article shares an insightful conversation with Professor T. T. Niranjan from Indian Institute of Technology Mumbai, a luminary in this innovative field, in which we explore the nuances of how understanding the intricacies of the human mind can revolutionize operations and supply chain management.

• Nandan Kumar Singh

The world of biometrics is one of the most interesting and rapidly advancing fields of technology right now. New advancements in smart cameras and deep learning mean that the technology isn’t limited to just facial recognition and fingerprinting anymore. Seamless biometrics is the next tech buzzword on the horizon.

• Jan Lunter

Stop Hiring Data Scientists: Why 2026 Demands the “AI Economist”

• Rahul Kumar Thatikonda