DEA Models

DEA (Data Envelopment Analysis) models are analytical tools used to evaluate the efficiency of multiple decision-making units (like companies or departments). They compare inputs (resources used) and outputs (results achieved) to determine how well each unit transforms resources into outcomes. By analyzing this relationship, DEA identifies which units are operating efficiently—maximizing outputs with given inputs—and which ones have room for improvement. It helps organizations optimize performance, allocate resources effectively, and benchmark against best practices without relying on predefined formulas, making it a valuable decision-support tool in performance analysis.