Process Design for Efficient Scheduling

Abstract

Abstract. In manufacturing, different process designs give rise to different schedules and with each an associated cost. In this paper, we report on a real-life example where a manufacturing company wants to evaluate the scheduling implications related to the degree of coupling between their processes of moulding and casting, in terms of the amount of buffer stock held. The results show that the present configuration could be improved as regards the amount of stock, while still meeting the demand levels. We show this as one example of a process design evaluation and propose in this paper an architecture for generic process design for this company, in order to evaluate quickly other scenarios. From this, we will be able to develop an approach of proactively using scheduling information in a systematic way to positively influence design decisions.

Modelagem hierárquica e análise de requisitos de problemas reais em planejamento automático.

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