This document discusses the simplex method for solving linear programming problems. It begins by providing background on the simplex method, describing it as an iterative analytical method for solving more complex problems than graphical methods. It then covers considerations and steps required before applying the simplex method, including converting inequalities to equations, defining slack and surplus variables, and establishing an initial basic feasible solution. The document concludes by outlining the basic algorithm and iterative process of the simplex method through tableau formatting.