Based upon their experience as teachers, engineers in industry, and consultants, the authors provide a problem-driven approach to planning, controlling, and integrating production in a changing global environment. Topics covered include the evolution of production systems, problem solving, forecasting, aggregate planning, inventory, materials requirements, planning, scheduling, project management, and integrated production planning and control. Features More than 100 examples and illustrations. Over 150 figures enhance discussion. The math is introduced gradually and presented at the proper level, assuming students are familiar with basic statistics and operations research.
Illustrative examples begin each section, followed by a discussion of the theories and techniques.
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