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Sustainable Development and Technological Innovation: Bridging Environmental  Science, Economics, and Policy for Global Impact

Amelia R. Carter

Received 16 Apr 2026, Published online: 30 Jun 2021

Published in Volume 1, Issue 1, 2021, pages 4-7

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Abstract

Operations Management (OM) is a critical discipline that focuses on the design, implementation, and optimization of processes within organizations to produce goods and services. It involves overseeing the entire production process, from procurement of raw materials to the delivery of final products to customers. OM plays a central role in ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and competitiveness in today’s fast-paced global markets. This paper explores the fundamentals of OM, including its historical evolution, key principles, strategic importance, and practical applications. The article also addresses contemporary challenges and trends in OM, such as the impact of technology, sustainability, and globalization on operations. The objective is to provide a comprehensive understanding of OM’s role in contemporary business environments. 

Keywords

  • Sustainable development
  • technological innovation
  • environmental science
  • green economy
  • climate policy
  • renewable energy

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© 2021 Journal of Magnetism and Its Applications. This article is published under CC BY 4.0.

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Amelia R. Carter , A. R. C. (2021). Sustainable Development and Technological Innovation: Bridging Environmental  Science, Economics, and Policy for Global Impact. Journal of Magnetism and Its Applications, 1(1), 4-7.

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Sustainable Development and Technological Innovation: Bridging Environmental  Science, Economics, and Policy for Global Impact. (2021). Journal of Magnetism and Its Applications, 1(1), 4-7. https://www.jourmag.org/index.php/jma/article/view/99