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| Author: | Portougal, V. Robb, D. J. |
| Title: | Production Scheduling Theory: Just Where Is It Applicable? |
| Journal: | Interfaces
2000 : NOV-DEC, VOL. 30:6, p. 64-76 |
| Index terms: | PRODUCTION SCHEDULING SCHEDULING PRODUCTION PLANNING |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | A proliferation of scheduling research has done little to improve production planning practice, despite calls for more comprehensive models. Using a four-factor classification of planning environments (planning level, production type, production strategy, and production cycle time) the authors show scheduling theory is relevant in few settings. For example, in increasingly common short-cycle environments, where production cycle times are shorter than the planning period, the order in which one processes jobs is seldom seldom important. Based on extensive consulting experience experience in Australasia, the authors call for caution in applying scheduling theory. While complex models are pertinent in some cases, more benefit often arises from establishing appropriate performance measures, planning periods, and uncertainty reduction measures. |
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