services science
n.— «Several universities, for example, are developing multidisciplinary courses in “services science.” The idea is to combine research in the social sciences, management, engineering and computing to pursue insights, innovations and increased productivity in the huge services sector of the economy.» —“A Techie, Absolutely, and More” by Steve Lohr New York Times Aug. 23, 2005. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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