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...