All introductory, undergraduate level topics are covered in this text in a traditional order. Students will find the material easier to understand and follow over the main competitors. The second edition includes more of a managerial decision flavor through the use of mini-cases, emphasis on formulation (rather than solution), more use of computer solutions, and the inclusion of "managerial dialogue" to help illustrate the business implication of the analysis.

About the Author

Dr. Stevenson is an associate professor of Decision Sciences in the College of Business at Rochester Institute of Technology. He teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in production/operations management, management science, quality concepts, and quality applications. He is the author of textbooks in management science, statistics, as well as production/operations management. His articles have appeared in Management Science and Decision Sciences. He also serves as a consultant to the New York State Regents External Degree program. His current research interests are in quality applications. Dr. Stevenson received a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, and an M.B.A. and a Ph.D. in production/operations management from Syracuse University.

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