@conference{Disney2018, author = {S.M. Disney}, title = {The ingredients for a good paper-setting up a winner}, booktitle = {Logistics and Operations Management Section Annual Conference}, year = {2018}, address = {Cardiff Business School, Cardiff, UK}, month = {12th January}, url = {https://www.bullwhip.co.uk/blog/Paper_writing/}, abstract = {I consider the ingredients of a good paper. a) problem inspired by a practical setting b) a clear contribution c) a strong methodical background d) co-authors that contribute fully to the design of the research and its execution e) a complete analysis of the problem, even if it means discarding work or starting again f) incorporating feedback via lectures, seminars, and conference presentations g) a comprehensive review process, where all of the referees comments are fully explored and dealt with h) a considered approach where ideas are left to mature so a fresh perspective can be gained.}, }