Hierarchical Production Planning: SCHEDULING IN THE APPAREL INDUSTRY

Abstract

Describes a model of a hierarchical planning system to provide a comprehensive approach to the complex production planning and scheduling problem. The model supplies a link between long‐term and short‐term planning; the three tiers of the hierarchy implement: long‐term inventory planning on a cost minimization basis; shorter‐term production planning; and daily sequencing. Emphasizes efficient processing and transmission of information.

Citation

Bowers, M.R. and Agarwal, A. (1993), "Hierarchical Production Planning: SCHEDULING IN THE APPAREL INDUSTRY", International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology, Vol. 5 No. 3/4, pp. 36-43. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb003018