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Scheduling resource-constrained projects using branch and bound and parallel computing techniques
Scheduling resource-constrained projects using branch and bound and parallel computing techniques
2005,
Based on the idea of dividing the task into several processes, we centre our interest...
Understanding and using the capabilities of finite scheduling
Understanding and using the capabilities of finite scheduling
2005,
Purpose – Presents a microcomputer-based finite scheduling approach to effective...
A comparison of solution procedures for two-machine flow shop scheduling with late work criterion
A comparison of solution procedures for two-machine flow shop scheduling with late work criterion
2005,
In this paper we analyze different solution procedures for the two-machine flow shop...
Minimizing makespan in a two-stage system with flowshop and open shop
Minimizing makespan in a two-stage system with flowshop and open shop
2005,
This paper studies two models of two-stage processing with flowshop at the first stage...
Scheduling in dynamic assembly job-shops to minimize the sum of weighted earliness, weighted tardiness and weighted flowtime of jobs
Scheduling in dynamic assembly job-shops to minimize the sum of weighted earliness, weighted tardiness and weighted flowtime of jobs
2005,
In many manufacturing systems, jobs that are completed early are held as...
Multimode project scheduling based on particle swarm optimization
Multimode project scheduling based on particle swarm optimization
2006,
The multimode resource-constrained project scheduling problem (MRSPSP) considers both...
Measurement and pricing of risk in insurance markets
Measurement and pricing of risk in insurance markets
2005,
The theory and practice of risk measurement provides a point of intersection between...
Sensitivity analysis of a two-dimensional probabilistic risk assessment model using analysis of variance
Sensitivity analysis of a two-dimensional probabilistic risk assessment model using analysis of variance
2005,
This article demonstrates application of sensitivity analysis to risk assessment...
Staffing and routing in a two-tier call centre
Staffing and routing in a two-tier call centre
2005,
This paper studies service systems with gatekeepers who diagnose a customer problem...
Six Sigma: Concepts, tools, and applications
Six Sigma: Concepts, tools, and applications
2005,
Purpose – To provide a sound discussion on the Six Sigma methodology and see how...
Origins of profitability through JIT processes in the supply chain
Origins of profitability through JIT processes in the supply chain
2005,
Purpose – To develop a conceptual model that links specific antecedent...
Design of practical optimum JIT systems by integration of computer simulation and analysis of variance
Design of practical optimum JIT systems by integration of computer simulation and analysis of variance
2005,
This study introduces a framework for re-design of manufacturing systems into...
A stochastic model for the analysis of a two-machine flexible manufacturing cell
A stochastic model for the analysis of a two-machine flexible manufacturing cell
2005,
This paper presents a stochastic model to determine the performance of a flexible...
Expert systems applications for productivity analysis
Expert systems applications for productivity analysis
2004,
The purpose of this paper is to describe the process of productivity management and...
The role of clockspeed in outsourcing decisions for new technologies: Insights from the prisoner's dilemma
The role of clockspeed in outsourcing decisions for new technologies: Insights from the prisoner's dilemma
2004,
Some research in the area of make–buy decisions for new technologies suggests...
Analysis and evaluation of e-supply chain performances
Analysis and evaluation of e-supply chain performances
2004,
This study proposes a model for the analysis and performance evaluation of e-supply...
Knowledge management metrics
Knowledge management metrics
2004,
Over several years, there have been intensive discussions about the importance of...
Total productive maintenance: Criteria for success
Total productive maintenance: Criteria for success
2005,
This paper reports a study of the criteria necessary for the successful implementation...
Heuristic-based approach for an industrial three-dimensional layout problem
Heuristic-based approach for an industrial three-dimensional layout problem
2005,
In this paper, we consider a particular three-dimensional layout problem in a steel...
Dynamic network flow models of sustainable grain silo location
Dynamic network flow models of sustainable grain silo location
2005,
A number of new and interesting dynamic network flow models and solution techniques...
An iterative approach for distribution chain design in agile virtual environment
An iterative approach for distribution chain design in agile virtual environment
2005,
Purpose – The study sets out to explore the use of an iterative approach for...
Optimal observation strategies for model-based fault detection in distributed systems
Optimal observation strategies for model-based fault detection in distributed systems
2005,
In model oriented diagnostics of real-world systems, the problems of structural...
Optimization of a multi-response problem in Taguchi's dynamic system
Optimization of a multi-response problem in Taguchi's dynamic system
2005,
Taguchi method was known as an off-line quality control methodology to be used in many...
Where are the hard knapsack problems?
Where are the hard knapsack problems?
2005,
The knapsack problem is believed to be one of the “easier” NP -hard...
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