Identify problems in areas such as business, logistics, healthcare, or other fields

Collect and organize information from a variety of sources, such as databases, sales histories, and customer feedback

Gather input from workers or subject-matter experts

Analyze collected data and extract information relevant to the problem being addressed

Develop and test quantitative models, support software, and analytical tools

Write memos, reports, and other documents explaining their findings and recommendations for managers, executives, and other officials