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Outsourcing Decision Support: A Web-Based Approach

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Optimization and Industry: New Frontiers

Part of the book series: Applied Optimization ((APOP,volume 78))

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The concept of Web-based planning is introduced as the next step in the evolution of Decision Support. The development of one Web-based planning service provider, PricewaterhouseCoopers (through pwcdecision. com), is discussed with specific case studies. Brief technical details are provided outlining the infrastructure in place for delivering their online services.

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Nealon, M.J., Johnston, M.E. (2003). Outsourcing Decision Support: A Web-Based Approach. In: Pardalos, P.M., Korotkikh, V. (eds) Optimization and Industry: New Frontiers. Applied Optimization, vol 78. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4613-0233-9_14

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