SSM and technology management: Developing multimethodology through practice

Developing Expertise Through a Deliberate Practice Project

Multimethodology in Metaheuristics

As a combination of different methodologies or parts of methodologies, Multimethodology is becoming more frequent in OR practice. This paper contributes with a new proposal and a new field of application: the employment of Multimethodology in problem solving with Metaheuristics (Mh). A convenient selection of soft and hard methods will be considered, from Soft OR, Creativity and Metaheuristics,...

Developing and Supporting Research-Based Learning and Teaching Through Technology

The chapter draws on the work of two national projects concerned with developing research-based approaches to learning and teaching and supporting these through technology. A pedagogic framework underpinning the design and delivery of such courses is outlined. In exploring the usability of online environments (programs) for research-based learning and teaching, the chapter discusses issues and ...

Developing leadership skills in clinical practice and management.

Throughout the UK, increasing responsibility is being placed on clinical nurses to play a leadership role within healthcare settings. Recognising the challenges, Nursing Standard is once again collaborating with the Royal College of Nursing and its corporate partner, Smith and Nephew, in launching the fifth Clinical Practice and Management Awards. Editor in Chief Linda Thomas explains the award...

Management decision support through reverse engineering technology

Managers of large software systems face enormous challenges when it comes to making informed project-related decisions. They require a high-level understanding of the entire system and in-depth information on selected components. Unfortunately, many software systems are so complex and/or old that such information is not readily available. Reverse engineering|the process of extracting system abs...