Category Archives: iPhone

The “Real” Reason Bill Cook Created the TSP App

By now, most people are aware of the latest Internet meme Texts from Hillary which is, by the way, hilarious. You’re also probably aware that Bill Cook created an iPhone App that allows one to solve traveling salesman problems (TSP) … Continue reading

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INFORMS 2010 Wrap-Up

I had a very productive and fun time at the INFORMS Annual Meeting in Austin, Texas. So I thought I’d share with you some of my observations about the meeting: Analytics initiative by INFORMS: great idea! I believe that we … Continue reading

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OR on the iPhone

I’m the proud owner of an iPhone (1st generation; anxiously waiting for the 3rd gen. release later this year). With all its bells and whistles and intuitive easy-to-use interface, the iPhone can also be used as an effective educational tool. … Continue reading

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