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New Research Showcases Pivotal Shift Toward Energy Democracy
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BALTIMORE, MD, November 12, 2024 ā€“ New research in the INFORMS journal Manufacturing & Service Operations Management is guiding the development of more inclusive and efficient electricity markets. The work demonstrates how aggregating small-scale, distributed energy resources (DERs) like solar panels can effectively balance the power of large utility companies.

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Why Santa Claus Does Best When he Overestimates Demand
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During the holiday season, a late delivery can sometimes feel like the end of the world. Youā€™ve been there: you order a highly anticipated gadget, new clothes, or a last-minute gift, only to find out that your delivery is delayed. While many blame shipping companies or delivery drivers, the true culprit often lies deeper in the supply chain ā€” at the heart of it all: forecasting.

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Will AI Reboot Supply Chains?
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Catastrophic weather events, wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, trade conflicts, global pandemicsā€”the forces disrupting supply chains are multiplying at a rate few could have anticipated.

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Rob Handfield Analyzes Supply Chain Risks in Hezbollah Attack

Rob Handfield Analyzes Supply Chain Risks in Hezbollah Attack

NC State University, September 23, 2024

The attacks on Hezbollah last week using explosives planted inside electronics highlight the risks and vulnerabilities of technology supply chains, experts say. The Wall Street Journal tapped Poole professor Rob Handfield, who explained that the complexity of electronics supply chains makes it difficult to trace the origins of every component or identify where potential vulnerabilities might be introduced.

Exploding Pagers Deliver a Supply Chain Warning

Exploding Pagers Deliver a Supply Chain Warning

The New York Times, September 21, 2024

The lethal detonation of hand-held pagers and walkie-talkies used by Hezbollah militants this week in Lebanon demonstrated powerful spycraft, but it also raised questions about a gaping vulnerability in the global supply chain.

Marquis Who's Who Recognizes Richard Larson for His Work as a Professor and Author

Marquis Who's Who Recognizes Richard Larson for His Work as a Professor and Author

Yahoo! Finance, September 19, 2024

UNIONDALE, NY / ACCESSWIRE / September 19, 2024 / Richard Larson, a long-time professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, has been recognized for his accomplishments by Marquis Who's Who. Dr. Larson has recently added a new achievement to his career with the successful launch of his book, "Model Thinking for Everyday Life." This publication aims to help readers reexamine their decision-making processes by encouraging them to develop critical thinking skills through model-based approaches. The book's goal is to empower individuals to make informed choices in both simple and complex scenarios, moving past intellectual shortcuts to achieve deep, thoughtful living.

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