Investigation of scheduling integration of flexible manufacturing systems for mass customisation
针对大规模定制环境下柔性制造系统的调度集成问题，建立了数学模型并开发了基于集合的动态算法，通过仿真和统计分析验证了算法效果。
In contemporary manufacturing and supply chain environments, there are various challenges that companies have to face. Many companies are facing challenges to respond quickly to customers’ requirements and to provide customised products cost effectively. Mass customisation (MC) can help companies to provide customised products and services quickly at a low price. Integrated decision-making can obtain performance improvement in many situations. This paper investigates the problem of scheduling integration of flexible manufacturing systems (FMSs) for mass customisation. A mathematical model is formulated for the problem. A set-based dynamic algorithm is developed. Numerical studies are made on the proposed algorithm by simulation and by statistical analysis. Conclusions, managerial implications, and future research suggestions are provided.