Besides scheduling problems for single and parallel machines and shop scheduling problems the book covers advanced models involving due-dates, sequence dependent changeover times and batching. Also multiprocessor task scheduling and problems with multipurpose machines are discussed. The method...

Besides scheduling problems for single and parallel machines and shop scheduling problems the book covers advanced models involving due-dates, sequence dependent changeover times and batching. Also multiprocessor task scheduling and problems with multipurpose machines are discussed. The methods...

The geographical dispersion of collaborative factories may provide the cost-saving potential for manufacturers and lead them to easier fit the global markets. On the other hand, in such networks of factories, coordination is very important for the just-in-time delivery of orders. This study...