In the scheduling literature, it is often assumed that jobs arrive either simultaneously or individually. However, this assumption is invalid in most practical situations because jobs usually arrive in batches, e.g., the final testing house in the manufacturing of semiconductor. The concept of...

In recent years, many firms have become aware that environmental issues are critical barriers to the sustainability of a business. To overcome these barriers, several studies have been conducted to develop quantitative measurements associated with industry practices to prevent pollution and...