Portrait of Cynthia Forgie

Cynthia Forgie

Asst Professor Term
College of Business - Information Systems, Analytics & Ops

Biography

Retired in 2023 after thirty years of Federal service. Served thirteen years as an operations research systems analyst for the U.S. Army Futures Command. During that time, she provided senior level analytical support for live, virtual, and constructive experimentation projects in support of Army science and technology research, prototype development, and acquisition processes. Prior to that, I conducted operational field tests on Armor systems and efficiency reviews and general suitability studies for the Army and the U.S. Navy manufacturing base. During this period I was responsible for analyzing organizational procedures and advising management on the economy and efficiency of operations; system layout and design for optimum man-machine interface; developing techniques for measuring operational efficiency; ensuring maximum utilization of resources; and providing guidance and recommendations on production operations.

Research Interests

Modeling and Simulation Experimentation.

 

 

Degrees and Certifications

PhD
University of Louisville
MS
Kansas State University
MS
University of Louisville