Introduction

This appendix describes the different factors that affect how OptQuest searches for optimal solutions, including model types. Understanding how these factors affect the optimization helps you control the speed and accuracy of the search.

This appendix also includes discussion of the Crystal Ball Tornado Chart tool and how you can use it to analyze the sensitivity of the variables in your model and screen out minor decision variables.

These tips and suggestions are followed by some notes to help you avoid unexpected results when using OptQuest. They can also help you troubleshoot any difficulties that might occur.