Batching and scheduling in a multi-stage kanban system
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Date
12-1-1997
Abstract
A multi-stage production line which operates under a just-in-time production philosophy with linear demand is considered here. The problem is to find optimally the number of raw material orders, kanbans circulated between workstations, finished goods shipments to the buyers, and the batch size for each shipment (lot). A cost function is developed based on the costs incurred due to the raw materials, the work-in-process between workstations, and the finished goods. Optimal number of raw material orders that minimizes the total cost is obtained, which is then used to find the optimal number of kanbans, finished goods shipments, and the batch sizes and schedules for shipments.
Publication Source (Journal or Book title)
Industrial Engineering Research - Conference Proceedings
First Page
674
Last Page
679
Recommended Citation
Sarker, B., & Balan, C. (1997). Batching and scheduling in a multi-stage kanban system. Industrial Engineering Research - Conference Proceedings, 674-679. Retrieved from https://repository.lsu.edu/mechanical_engineering_pubs/2122