The goal of this paper is to test if the promised U.S. electrical system high reliabilitystandards are being maintained, once states deregulate their electric utilities. This research is the first in the literature to combine states that offer retail choice, by deregulating their electric...

Economic theory states that “free market” competition naturally achieves lower prices—thereby increasing efficiency and benefiting society. This is the first paper in the literature to use means testing to statistically analyze electricity prices, from 1970-2011, for states that...

Looks at operations management with a particular focus on the west coast of the USA. Considers two aspects: the first being curriculum development and the second relating to teaching and research. Gives a detailed view of the type of courses offered in the field. Also gives details of research...