Operational Research
Impact Factor Trend (2019–2026)
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SCImago Journal Rank citation prestige weighting
41 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
Operational Research · An International Journal (ORIJ) publishes high quality scientific papers that contribute significantly to the fields of operational research and management science (OR/MS). ORIJ covers all aspects of OR including optimization methods, decision theory, stochastic models, simulation, game theory, queueing systems, inventory and reliability, among others. ORIJ focuses on papers presenting new theoretical insights and developments as well as real-world case studies illustrating the implementation of OR approaches in practice. Papers exploring the interactions of OR/MS with other relevant disciplines such as information technology, computer science, artificial intelligence, soft computing and electronic services are of particular interest. This is a unique feature of ORIJ compared to other existing OR journals, providing the means to explore new directions in OR/MS research in a interdisciplinary context. Overview papers from eminent scientists in significant fields of OR/MS that review the state-of-the-art in these fields, are also welcome.
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OPERATIONS RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
OPERATIONS RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
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SCImago & Scopus Journal Intelligence
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Scopus 3-Year Publication & Citation Window
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Societal Impact & Inclusivity (SCImago)
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Citations per Document
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Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Classification
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisOperational Research (acronym: orij, abbr: OPER RES-GER, ISSN: 1109-2858) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of OPERATIONS RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT SCIENCE, published by Springer Berlin Heidelberg in Germany since 2001. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 3.00, ranking in quartile Q2 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 0.735 (Q1), an H-index of 41.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with a publication frequency of 5 issues per year, an annual output of approximately 160 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $3,096 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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