Progressive Decision-Making Tools and Applications in Project and Operation Management

In today's complex operational environments, leveraging advanced decision-making tools becomes imperative, particularly in uncertain scenarios. This book deepens the nuances of employing state-of-the-art decision-making methodologies within various industrial sectors for optimal project and operations management. The essence of integrating these advanced tools is to equip professionals with pivotal insights for cost-effective management and to strategize against potential operational shortcomings. Furthermore, the methodologies elucidated provide a robust foundation for crafting informed, risk-centric strategies that uphold the integrity of operations across diverse application domains. Readers will discover a rich tapestry of methodologies tailored for engineers and analysts. Deeply rooted in mathematical modeling, these approaches are complemented by human judgment and participation. Fundamental attributes of these methods include the evaluation of alternatives, benchmarking against criteria, assigning scores based on varying requirements, and assigning weights to denote the significance of individual criteria vis-à-vis others. The book embarks on a structured journey, commencing with a comprehensive review of evolving decision-making methodologies in project and operations management, enriched by metadata analysis. Subsequent chapters are meticulously organized, each spotlighting a distinct approach. Topics span foundational concepts in decision-making, the nuances of performance metrics in the digital age, and the implications of emerging technologies on operations management. Targeted towards professionals and researchers immersed in project and operations management, this work will also immensely benefit postgraduate and undergraduate students in related fields. Moreover, its relevance extends to professionals across diverse sectors, from oil and gas, marine and offshore, and renewable energies to chemical complexes, manufacturing, and healthcare systems.

Mohammad Yazdi's illustrious academic and professional journey began with his BSc in Safety and Technical Protection Engineering from the Petroleum University of Technology in Abadan, Iran, conferred in 2012. He further elevated his educational prowess by obtaining an MSc degree in Industrial Engineering from the Eastern Mediterranean University in Famagusta, Cyprus, in 2017. Immediately after, Mohammad integrated his expertise into academia by affiliating with the Centre for Marine Technology and Ocean Engineering (CENTEC) at the University of Lisbon in Portugal. He made significant contributions both in-person during 2017 and 2018 and remotely in 2019. His relentless pursuit of knowledge led him to undertake a dual Ph.D. program in 2022, partnering with the Centre for Risk, Integrity, and Safety Engineering (C-RISE) at the Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada, and Macquarie University in Australia. Before venturing into these academic achievements, Mohammad dedicated himself to practical applications in the industrial world from 2012 to 2016. He took on multifaceted roles such as a Firefighter, Safety Officer, WHS/OHS Advisor, and Auditor, serving vital sectors including power plants, and the oil and gas industry. His research interests and professional background converge at the nexus of system safety, risk assessment, resilience, process integrity, and asset management, especially concerning renewable and non-renewable energy infrastructure. With an impressive track record of leading large-scale energy projects and technology-rich initiatives, Mohammad offers invaluable support to asset operators, developers, and maintainers.
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