# Operations Research Analysts > Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decisionmaking, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. May collect and analyze data and develop decision support software, services, or products. May develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics networks for program evaluation, review, or implementation. - Code: 15-2031.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 15-2031) - Family: [Computer & Mathematical](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-15), one of its 38 occupations - Tasks: 17 tasks (17 core) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/15-2031.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/15-2031.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Present the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users. Core task · Task 20952 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 2. Define data requirements, and gather and validate information, applying judgment and statistical tests. Core task · Task 7382 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 3. Perform validation and testing of models to ensure adequacy, and reformulate models, as necessary. Core task · Task 7380 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 4. Prepare management reports defining and evaluating problems and recommending solutions. Core task · Task 7384 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 5. Collaborate with others in the organization to ensure successful implementation of chosen problem solutions. Core task · Task 7378 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 6. Formulate mathematical or simulation models of problems, relating constants and variables, restrictions, alternatives, conflicting objectives, and their numerical parameters. Core task · Task 7377 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 7. Observe the current system in operation, and gather and analyze information about each of the component problems, using a variety of sources. Core task · Task 7387 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 8. Analyze information obtained from management to conceptualize and define operational problems. Core task · Task 7379 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 9. Study and analyze information about alternative courses of action to determine which plan will offer the best outcomes. Core task · Task 7383 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 10. Collaborate with senior managers and decision makers to identify and solve a variety of problems and to clarify management objectives. Core task · Task 7381 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 11. Specify manipulative or computational methods to be applied to models. Core task · Task 7386 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 12. Design, conduct, and evaluate experimental operational models in cases where models cannot be developed from existing data. Core task · Task 7388 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 13. Develop and apply time and cost networks to plan, control, and review large projects. Core task · Task 7389 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 14. Break systems into their components, assign numerical values to each component, and examine the mathematical relationships between them. Core task · Task 7385 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 15. Educate staff in the use of mathematical models. Core task · Task 20953 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 16. Develop business methods and procedures, including accounting systems, file systems, office systems, logistics systems, and production schedules. Core task · Task 7390 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2024 17. Review research literature. 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