OPERATIONS RESEARCH

metrics 2024

Transforming insights into impactful decisions.

Introduction

OPERATIONS RESEARCH is a premier journal published by INFORMS, recognized for its distinguished contributions to the fields of management science and decision-making within operations. Established in 1969 and continuing its legacy until 2024, this journal serves as an essential platform for researchers and practitioners to explore innovative methodologies and applications in operations research. With an impressive impact reflected in its Q1 rankings in both Computer Science Applications and Management Science and Operations Research, OPERATIONS RESEARCH occupies a significant position in scholarly communication, facilitating high-quality research dissemination. The journal is highly regarded for driving the integration of theory and practice, addressing real-world challenges through rigorous analytics and sophisticated modeling. Although it does not currently offer open access, the richness of its content makes it a vital resource for anyone involved in operational decision-making, strategic planning, and performance optimization.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank2.85
Journal Impact Factor2.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.20
H-Index161
Journal IF Without Self2.20
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor2.42
Influence1.88
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life17.40
Citing Half Life10.80
JCI0.55
Total Documents2560
WOS Total Citations15236
SCIMAGO Total Citations19204
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1391
Scopus Journal Rank2.85
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.63
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.23
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.80

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Management Science and Operations Research in Decision Sciences
Rank #77/207
Percentile 62.80
Quartile Q2
Computer Science Applications in Computer Science
Rank #329/817
Percentile 59.73
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

MANAGEMENT
Rank 233/401
Percentile 42.00
Quartile Q3
OPERATIONS RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
Rank 45/106
Percentile 58.00
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

MANAGEMENT
Rank 235/402
Percentile 41.54
Quartile Q3
OPERATIONS RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
Rank 52/106
Percentile 50.94
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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