April 2026 OR Connect

From Forecasts to Decisions

From Forecasts to Decisions

Surface water flooding is rising rapidly across the UK, with millions of properties now at risk. Discover how new rapid flood forecasting tools are shifting the focus from prediction to decision-making, and why this matters for Operational Research.

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What Rising Solar Power Means for Operational Research

What Rising Solar Power Means for Operational Research

Rising solar generation is putting new pressure on the UK’s electricity grid, forcing a shift from supply control to real-time system balancing. Explore how this challenge is creating new opportunities for Operational Research in optimisation, demand

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Communication to Members regarding the Sale of the Building

Communication to Members regarding the Sale of the Building

The OR Society plans to sell Seymour House in Birmingham and move to a more flexible, remote model, and is actively seeking member input and support on key decisions, including naming its new London base and helping with library and archive work.

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