Journal: Journal of the Operational Research Society

Found 4035 papers in total
Reactive tabu adaptive memory programming search for the vehicle routing problem with backhauls
Reactive tabu adaptive memory programming search for the vehicle routing problem with backhauls
2007,
A heuristic approach based on a hybrid operation of reactive tabu search (RTS) and...
A branch-and-cut algorithm for the capacitated open vehicle routing problem
A branch-and-cut algorithm for the capacitated open vehicle routing problem
2007,
In open vehicle routing problems, the vehicles are not required to return to the depot...
The DH Accident and Emergency Department model: a national generic model used locally
The DH Accident and Emergency Department model: a national generic model used locally
2007,
The Department of Health (DH) Accident and Emergency (A&E) simulation model was...
A multi-objective model to determine efficient resource levels in a medical assessment unit
A multi-objective model to determine efficient resource levels in a medical assessment unit
2007,
This paper details models that determine the efficient allocation of resources on a...
An estimation of distribution algorithm with intelligent local search for rule-based nurse rostering
An estimation of distribution algorithm with intelligent local search for rule-based nurse rostering
2007,
This paper proposes a new memetic evolutionary algorithm to achieve explicit learning...
Dynamic programming in cricket: optimizing batting order for a sticky wicket
Dynamic programming in cricket: optimizing batting order for a sticky wicket
2007,
In cricket, a rain-affected pitch can make batting more difficult than normal. Several...
Exploring new directions for research in problem structuring methods: on the role of cognitive style
Exploring new directions for research in problem structuring methods: on the role of cognitive style
2007,
Prior research has argued that cognitive style can have a significant impact on group...
Solving the dial-a-ride problem using genetic algorithms
Solving the dial-a-ride problem using genetic algorithms
2007,
In the Dial-a-Ride problem (DARP), customers request transportation from an operator....
A flexible extended warranty and related optimal strategies
A flexible extended warranty and related optimal strategies
2007,
The choice of extended warranties (EWs) currently available to consumers is extremely...
Enhancing case-based reasoning for personnel rostering with selected tabu search concepts
Enhancing case-based reasoning for personnel rostering with selected tabu search concepts
2007,
In this paper, we investigate the advantages of using case-based reasoning (CBR) to...
A positive approach to estimating the weights for quadratic multiple objective programming
A positive approach to estimating the weights for quadratic multiple objective programming
2007,
This paper integrates positive and normative approaches to modelling. The normative...
Improving data envelopment analysis by the use of production trade-offs
Improving data envelopment analysis by the use of production trade-offs
2007,
Production technologies in data envelopment analysis (DEA) are described in terms of...
How novices formulate models. Part II: a quantitative description of behaviour
How novices formulate models. Part II: a quantitative description of behaviour
2007,
Since the creation and use of operations research (OR) models is no longer the...
Educating rational decision-makers about uncertainty using US social security investment economics
Educating rational decision-makers about uncertainty using US social security investment economics
2007,
We make a case for improving the education of future rational decision-makers who will...
Reflections about pseudo-dual prices in combinatorial auctions
Reflections about pseudo-dual prices in combinatorial auctions
2007,
Combinatorial auctions permitting bids on bundles of items have been developed to...
Single-machine scheduling with an actual time-dependent learning effect
Single-machine scheduling with an actual time-dependent learning effect
2007,
In this study, we introduce an actual time-dependent learning effect into...
Heuristics for a coupled-operation scheduling problem
Heuristics for a coupled-operation scheduling problem
2007,
In this paper, we study a strongly NP-hard single machine scheduling problem in which...
Technology scoring model considering rejected applicants and effect of reject inference
Technology scoring model considering rejected applicants and effect of reject inference
2007,
Technology evaluation has become a critical part of technology investment, and...
Systemic evaluation: a participative, multi-method approach
Systemic evaluation: a participative, multi-method approach
2007,
This paper presents some new ideas on systemic evaluation developed in the context of...
Scheduling patrol boats and crews for the Royal Australian Navy
Scheduling patrol boats and crews for the Royal Australian Navy
2007,
The Royal Australian Navy's Patrol Boat Force carries out essential tasks in the...
Three new models for preference voting and aggregation
Three new models for preference voting and aggregation
2007,
Preference voting and aggregation require the determination of the weights associated...
Efficient sensitivity analysis of PERT network performance measures to significant changes in activity time parameters
Efficient sensitivity analysis of PERT network performance measures to significant changes in activity time parameters
2007,
Using a Program Evaluation and Review Technique network model of a project schedule, a...
A simulation and evaluation of earned value metrics to forecast the project duration
A simulation and evaluation of earned value metrics to forecast the project duration
2007,
In this paper, we extensively review and evaluate earned value (EV)-based methods to...
A Bayesian approach for multiple criteria decision making with applications in Design for Six Sigma
A Bayesian approach for multiple criteria decision making with applications in Design for Six Sigma
2007,
Linking end-customer preferences with variables controlled at a manufacturing plant is...
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