Integrated optimisation for production capacity, raw material ordering and production planning under time and quantity uncertainties based on two case studies



Xu, Wei and Song, Dong-Ping
(2022) Integrated optimisation for production capacity, raw material ordering and production planning under time and quantity uncertainties based on two case studies. OPERATIONAL RESEARCH, 22 (3). pp. 2343-2371.

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Abstract

<jats:title>Abstract</jats:title><jats:p>This paper develops a supply chain (SC) model by integrating raw material ordering and production planning, and production capacity decisions based upon two case studies in manufacturing firms. Multiple types of uncertainties are considered; including: time-related uncertainty (that exists in lead-time and delay) and quantity-related uncertainty (that exists in information and material flows). The SC model consists of several sub-models, which are first formulated mathematically. Simulation (simulation-based stochastic approximation) and genetic algorithm tools are then developed to evaluate several non-parameterised strategies and optimise two parameterised strategies. Experiments are conducted to contrast these strategies, quantify their relative performance, and illustrate the value of information and the impact of uncertainties. These case studies provide useful insights into understanding to what degree the integrated planning model including production capacity decisions could benefit economically in different scenarios, which types of data should be shared, and how these data could be utilised to achieve a better SC system. This study provides insights for small and middle-sized firm management to make better decisions regarding production capacity issues with respect to external uncertainty and/or disruptions; e.g. trade wars and pandemics.</jats:p>

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Multi-stage supply chain, Raw material ordering and production planning, Capacity planning, Uncertainties, Case study, Genetic algorithms
Depositing User: Symplectic Admin
Date Deposited: 07 Oct 2020 10:31
Last Modified: 18 Jan 2023 23:29
DOI: 10.1007/s12351-020-00609-y
Open Access URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12351-020-00609-y
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URI: https://livrepository.liverpool.ac.uk/id/eprint/3103830