1. Synthesis: The problems studied in operational research are usually complicated, involving the comprehensive consideration of multiple factors and variables. It not only pays attention to solving individual problems, but also pays attention to making decisions on the basis of overall optimization and coordination.
2. Mathematical modeling: operational research describes and analyzes problems with mathematical models, transforms practical problems into mathematical problems and solves them with mathematical methods. Therefore, one of the characteristics of operational research is its strong mathematical modeling ability and mathematical analysis ability.
3. Interdisciplinary: Operational research is usually closely integrated with other disciplines, such as mathematics, economics and engineering. It draws lessons from the theories and methods of various disciplines and applies them to solve practical problems. Therefore, one of the characteristics of operational research research is the need for interdisciplinary comprehensive ability and knowledge background.
4. Practical application orientation: operational research emphasizes the application of research results to the solution of practical problems and the optimization decision-making problems in reality. Therefore, one of the characteristics of operational research research is to pay attention to practical application value and pursue feasible and effective solutions.
5. Diversity of solution methods: operational research involves a variety of solution methods and technologies, such as linear programming, integer programming, dynamic programming, simulation, genetic algorithm, etc. According to different problem types and solving needs, we can choose appropriate methods and skills to solve them. Therefore, one of the characteristics of operational research is the diversity and flexibility of methods.
Generally speaking, the characteristics of operational research research problems are comprehensiveness, mathematical modeling, interdisciplinary, practical application-oriented and diversity of solving methods. Through the research and application of operational research, we can optimize decision-making and resource allocation, improve efficiency and benefit, and solve practical problems.