• Anushri Sachdeva
• Anchal jain
• Arpit Brar
• Ashutosh Tikmani
• Yash Agrawal

Operations Research is the application of scientific methods to improve the effectiveness of operations, decisions and management. By means such as analyzing data, creating mathematical models and proposing innovative approaches, Operations Research professionals develop scientifically based information that gives insight and guides decision making. This study aims to assess the current state of operations research within the context of the unique retail store operations and supply management of IKEA. Retail operations management requires an understanding of merchandising, logistics and cost control in order to move items from stores or production facilities into the hands of consumers. To tackle with any problem in a manufacturing company like IKEA, an appreciation of the problem is required which requires a clear conception of the function of retailing and how retailing requires operations research and management. It is the function of retailing to provide focal points in which the general public, as consumers, can satisfy their needs, wants and desires. These focal points that we are referring to, cover a wide variety of different types ranging from the market stall to the “universal provider”, which is what IKEA is, universal provider of furniture mainly and several other house-related products as well. They include a range of methods varying from complete “self-service” to highly organised system of credit, after sales service and sometimes even of manufacture of goods to meet special requirements. This study analyses how IKEA has successfully innovated and implemented the tools of operations research. This paper also provides empirical findings and application of relevant theories that will help readers to really understand how the company operates and what relevant theories it applies.

"Application Of Operation Research In Ikea", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 10, page no.267-274, October-2018, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1810591.pdf

"Application Of Operation Research In Ikea", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 10, page no. pp267-274, October-2018, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1810591.pdf