Traditional Optimization Software vs. Structured Modeling Language

• Small Problem Sizes

• Not Very Advanced Software

• Knowledge of Solution Methods

• 10 Constraints 300 Constraints

• Knowledge of Solution Methods Learn Modeling

• “Real World” Models

• Understanding the MPL Software

• Speed of Commerical Optimization Packages

• Advanced Tools to Collect and Manage Data

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