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THE OPERATIONS RESEARCH LAB WITH DR BAKAMA - Episode 1: What is Research in Operations Management?

Welcome to The Operations Research Lab with Dr Bakama. In this first episode, we answer a fundamental question: What is Research in Operations Management? Many students confuse Operations Research (mathematical modelling and optimisation techniques) with research methodology in Operations Management. In this episode, we clearly explain the difference and explore how research in OM helps organisations improve efficiency, productivity, quality, and decision-making. We discuss: • The difference between Operations Research and Research Methodology in Operations Management • Applied vs theoretical research in OM • Practical examples including: – Capacity planning in automotive manufacturing – Inventory optimisation in retail – Lean implementation in construction – Service quality in contact centres We also briefly position the field within leading academic journals such as the International Journal of Operations & Production Management and the Journal of Operations Management, showing how research in this discipline contributes to global knowledge and industry practice. Whether you are a PGDip, MBA, Master’s, or PhD student, this episode lays the foundation for understanding how operational problems are transformed into structured academic research. 📌 In Episode 2, we will discuss: How to Identify Research Problems in Operations Management. Subscribe and follow the full research journey.