
WEBINAR / EVENT
Optimization Modeling: The Art of Not Making It An Art
Embracing optimization as a structured, disciplined science, infused with creativity yet grounded in methodical best practices.
November 26, 2024

WEBINAR / EVENT
Optimization Modeling: The Art of Not Making It An Art
Embracing optimization as a structured, disciplined science, infused with creativity yet grounded in methodical best practices.
November 26, 2024

WEBINAR / EVENT
Optimization Modeling: The Art of Not Making It An Art
Embracing optimization as a structured, disciplined science, infused with creativity yet grounded in methodical best practices.
November 26, 2024
Event Recap
We know that implementing an optimization model may seem like an artform reserved for experts, but it doesn’t have to be.
In this webinar, Ronald van der Velden, Technical Account Manager at Gurobi, explores best practices for building robust and scalable models. Discover how to break down complexity, avoid common pitfalls, and apply structured, iterative approaches that can help you transform your model-building process from an uncertain art into a disciplined science.
What you’ll learn:
Best practices for building better models—from preparation, to implementation, to validation
Tips for simplifying your approach and avoiding overcomplicated formulations
How to apply structured methods and automated tests to ensure your code runs smoothly, even after future changes
Help sharpen your modeling skills and elevate your approach to optimization!
Event Recap
We know that implementing an optimization model may seem like an artform reserved for experts, but it doesn’t have to be.
In this webinar, Ronald van der Velden, Technical Account Manager at Gurobi, explores best practices for building robust and scalable models. Discover how to break down complexity, avoid common pitfalls, and apply structured, iterative approaches that can help you transform your model-building process from an uncertain art into a disciplined science.
What you’ll learn:
Best practices for building better models—from preparation, to implementation, to validation
Tips for simplifying your approach and avoiding overcomplicated formulations
How to apply structured methods and automated tests to ensure your code runs smoothly, even after future changes
Help sharpen your modeling skills and elevate your approach to optimization!
Event Recap
We know that implementing an optimization model may seem like an artform reserved for experts, but it doesn’t have to be.
In this webinar, Ronald van der Velden, Technical Account Manager at Gurobi, explores best practices for building robust and scalable models. Discover how to break down complexity, avoid common pitfalls, and apply structured, iterative approaches that can help you transform your model-building process from an uncertain art into a disciplined science.
What you’ll learn:
Best practices for building better models—from preparation, to implementation, to validation
Tips for simplifying your approach and avoiding overcomplicated formulations
How to apply structured methods and automated tests to ensure your code runs smoothly, even after future changes
Help sharpen your modeling skills and elevate your approach to optimization!
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Speakers
Meet Your Expert Speaker
Learn from the best in the industry, bringing years of experience and groundbreaking insights to the forefront of AI personalization.
Ronald van der Velden
Manager of Technical Account Management - EMEA

Ronald van der Velden holds a MSc degree in Econometrics and Operations Research at the Erasmus University in Rotterdam. He started his career at Quintiq where he fulfilled various roles ranging from creating planning and scheduling models as a software developer, to business analysis and solution design at customers worldwide, as well as executing technical sales activities like value scans and "one week demo challenges". He also spent two years as a lead developer at a niche company focused on 3D graphics in the entertainment industry before going back to his mathematical roots at Gurobi. In his spare time he loves spending time with his wife and two sons, going for a run on the Veluwe and working on hobby software projects.
Speakers
Meet Your Expert Speaker
Learn from the best in the industry, bringing years of experience and groundbreaking insights to the forefront of AI personalization.
Ronald van der Velden
Manager of Technical Account Management - EMEA

Ronald van der Velden holds a MSc degree in Econometrics and Operations Research at the Erasmus University in Rotterdam. He started his career at Quintiq where he fulfilled various roles ranging from creating planning and scheduling models as a software developer, to business analysis and solution design at customers worldwide, as well as executing technical sales activities like value scans and "one week demo challenges". He also spent two years as a lead developer at a niche company focused on 3D graphics in the entertainment industry before going back to his mathematical roots at Gurobi. In his spare time he loves spending time with his wife and two sons, going for a run on the Veluwe and working on hobby software projects.
Speakers
Meet Your Expert Speaker
Learn from the best in the industry, bringing years of experience and groundbreaking insights to the forefront of AI personalization.

Manager of Technical Account Management - EMEA
Ronald van der Velden
Ronald van der Velden holds a MSc degree in Econometrics and Operations Research at the Erasmus University in Rotterdam. He started his career at Quintiq where he fulfilled various roles ranging from creating planning and scheduling models as a software developer, to business analysis and solution design at customers worldwide, as well as executing technical sales activities like value scans and "one week demo challenges". He also spent two years as a lead developer at a niche company focused on 3D graphics in the entertainment industry before going back to his mathematical roots at Gurobi. In his spare time he loves spending time with his wife and two sons, going for a run on the Veluwe and working on hobby software projects.