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operations research

–noun
the analysis, usually involving mathematical treatment, of a process, problem, or operation to determine its purpose and effectiveness and to gain maximum efficiency.

Origin:
1940–45, Americanism
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operations research  
n.  Mathematical or scientific analysis of a process or operation, used in making decisions.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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