Operational Research

metrics 2024

Pioneering New Pathways in Operations Research.

Introduction

Operational Research is a premier academic journal published by Springer Heidelberg, focusing on the intersection of advanced computational theory, management science, and operations research. With an ISSN of 1109-2858 and an E-ISSN of 1866-1505, this respected journal serves as a key platform for the dissemination of high-quality research that enhances the understanding and application of quantitative methods across various fields, including technology management, simulation modeling, and statistical analysis. With its impressive performance evidenced by a Q2 ranking in multiple categories such as Computational Theory and Mathematics and Management Science, Operational Research occupies a critical role in the knowledge landscape, reflecting its 88th percentile ranking in decision sciences and numerical analysis per Scopus metrics. While currently not open access, it continues to facilitate the advancement of its disciplines through rigorous peer-review, with a commitment to publishing relevant, impactful studies from 2009 through to 2024. Researchers, professionals, and students alike will find this journal an invaluable resource for staying abreast of significant advancements in operational research methodologies and applications.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.65
Journal Impact Factor2.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.40
H-Index34
Journal IF Without Self2.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.43
Influence0.50
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life3.40
Citing Half Life7.30
JCI0.55
Total Documents771
WOS Total Citations1465
SCIMAGO Total Citations3703
SCIMAGO SELF Citations267
Scopus Journal Rank0.65
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.07
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.03
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.00

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Statistics, Probability and Uncertainty in Decision Sciences
Rank #19/168
Percentile 88.69
Quartile Q1
Numerical Analysis in Mathematics
Rank #11/88
Percentile 87.50
Quartile Q1
Modeling and Simulation in Mathematics
Rank #59/324
Percentile 81.79
Quartile Q1
Computational Theory and Mathematics in Computer Science
Rank #35/176
Percentile 80.11
Quartile Q1
Management Science and Operations Research in Decision Sciences
Rank #60/207
Percentile 71.01
Quartile Q2
Strategy and Management in Business, Management and Accounting
Rank #148/478
Percentile 69.04
Quartile Q2
Management of Technology and Innovation in Business, Management and Accounting
Rank #92/289
Percentile 68.17
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

OPERATIONS RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
Rank 42/106
Percentile 60.80
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

OPERATIONS RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
Rank 52/106
Percentile 50.94
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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