Crossdocking - JIT scheduling with time windows

Y. Li, A. Lim, B. Rodrigues

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Abstract

In this paper, we study a problem central to crossdocking that aims to eliminate or minimize storage and order picking activity using JIT scheduling. The problem is modelled naturally as a machine scheduling problem. As the problem is NP-hard, and for real-time applications, we designed and implemented two heuristics. The first uses Squeaky Wheel Optimization embedded in a Genetic Algorithm and the second uses Linear Programming within a Genetic Algorithm. Both heuristics offer good solutions in experiments where comparisons are made with the CPLEX solver.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1342-1351
JournalJournal of the Operational Research Society
Volume55
Issue number12
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Dec 2004
Externally publishedYes

Research Keywords

  • Crossdock
  • Heuristics
  • Just-in-time scheduling
  • Machine scheduling

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