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Finite capacity scheduling tools: observations of installations offer some lessons

Keith Porter (Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, UK)
David Little (University of Huddersfield, Huddersfield, UK)
John Kenworthy (University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK)
Peter Jarvis (University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK)

Integrated Manufacturing Systems

ISSN: 0957-6061

Article publication date: 1 August 1996

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Abstract

Investigates the efficiency of finite capacity scheduling tools within companies which employ them. Presents research findings of the Liverpool STS Research Group into “best practice” in short‐term scheduling. Concludes with a list of key points drawn from the research.

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Porter, K., Little, D., Kenworthy, J. and Jarvis, P. (1996), "Finite capacity scheduling tools: observations of installations offer some lessons", Integrated Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 7 No. 4, pp. 34-38. https://doi.org/10.1108/09576069610125085

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MCB UP Ltd

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