The objectives of the Society are as follows.
To promote the study and application of OR/MS.
To disseminate knowledge through the publication of research results and informal exchange of information.
To contribute to the advancement of the fields of OR and MS, as well as system analysis, cybernetics, and related disciplines.
The Society has grown remarkably over the past 48 years. As of May 2024, the society comprises more than 4,400 members.