Waiting Line Models
Provide an example from your experience in which a waiting line model could have been effectively applied.
Why does the Poisson probability distribution provide a good description of the arrival pattern for a waiting line model?
Walmart has applied queuing theory to determine the optimum number of cashiers to staff at various periods of the day for a number of its stores. Yet, it seems as if not all Walmart stores abide by these results. What obstacles do you think might prevent individual Walmart stores from applying these solutions?