International Journal of Production Research, Volume 50, Issue 24 (2012)

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Article
Social capital, a theory for operations management: a systematic review of the evidence
Rupert L. Matthews & Peter E. Marzec
Pages: 7081-7099
Published online: 24 Oct 2011
AbstractforSocial capital, a theory for operations management: a systematic review of the evidence | Full Text | References | PDF (200.3 KB)
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Agility evaluation using the IF–THEN approach
S. Vinodh & S. Aravindraj
Pages: 7100-7109
Published online: 17 Oct 2011
AbstractforAgility evaluation using the IF–THEN approach | Full Text | References | PDF (131.8 KB)
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Models for automated storage and retrieval systems: a literature review
Jean-Philippe Gagliardi, Jacques Renaud & Angel Ruiz
Pages: 7110-7125
Published online: 08 Dec 2011
AbstractforModels for automated storage and retrieval systems: a literature review | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB)
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The 25/25 rule: achieving more by doing less
Boaz Ronen, Thomas G. Lechler & Edward A. Stohr
Pages: 7126-7133
Published online: 12 Jan 2012
AbstractforThe 25/25 rule: achieving more by doing less | Full Text | References | PDF (138.1 KB)
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Analytical model to estimate performances of autonomous vehicle storage and retrieval systems for product totes
Gino Marchet, Marco Melacini, Sara Perotti & Elena Tappia
Pages: 7134-7148
Published online: 21 Dec 2011
AbstractforAnalytical model to estimate performances of autonomous vehicle storage and retrieval systems for product totes | Full Text | References | PDF (536 KB)
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Domain-based production configuration with constraint satisfaction
Linda L. Zhang, Qianli Xu, Yugang Yu & Roger J. Jiao
Pages: 7149-7166
Published online: 12 Jan 2012
AbstractforDomain-based production configuration with constraint satisfaction | Full Text | References | PDF (894 KB)
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Evaluation of manufacturing system redesign with multiple points of product differentiation
Chung-Cheng Lu, Kune-Muh Tsai & Jung-Hung Chen
Pages: 7167-7180
Published online: 21 Dec 2011
AbstractforEvaluation of manufacturing system redesign with multiple points of product differentiation | Full Text | References | PDF (268.6 KB)
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Improving postponement operation in warehouse: an intelligent pick-and-pack decision-support system
Y.K. Tse, K.H. Tan, S.L. Ting, K.L. Choy, G.T.S. Ho & S.H. Chung
Pages: 7181-7197
Published online: 31 Jan 2012
AbstractforImproving postponement operation in warehouse: an intelligent pick-and-pack decision-support system | Full Text | References | PDF (1.3 MB)
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Order-oriented cooperative sequencing optimisation in multi-mix-model assembly lines
Zhaoliang Jiang, Lin Li, Zhi Li & Zhaoqian Li
Pages: 7198-7209
Published online: 23 Jan 2012
AbstractforOrder-oriented cooperative sequencing optimisation in multi-mix-model assembly lines | Full Text | References | PDF (956.2 KB)
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New integrated model to estimate the manufacturing cost and production system performance at the conceptual design stage of helicopter blade assembly
Than Lin, Jae-Woo Lee & E.L.J. Bohez
Pages: 7210-7228
Published online: 11 Jan 2012
AbstractforNew integrated model to estimate the manufacturing cost and production system performance at the conceptual design stage of helicopter blade assembly | Full Text | References | PDF (1.9 MB)
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Ant colony optimisation with random selection for block transportation scheduling with heterogeneous transporters in a shipyard
Byung Soo Kim & Cheol Min Joo
Pages: 7229-7241
Published online: 21 Dec 2011
AbstractforAnt colony optimisation with random selection for block transportation scheduling with heterogeneous transporters in a shipyard | Full Text | References | PDF (395.5 KB)
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Application of storage consolidation intervals to approximate random storage transaction times with closest open location load dispatching
Charles J. Malmborg
Pages: 7242-7255
Published online: 05 Jan 2012
AbstractforApplication of storage consolidation intervals to approximate random storage transaction times with closest open location load dispatching | Full Text | References | PDF (1.2 MB)
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Production rate of synchronous transfer lines using Monte Carlo simulation
Carl E. Betterton & James F. Cox III
Pages: 7256-7270
Published online: 06 Jan 2012
AbstractforProduction rate of synchronous transfer lines using Monte Carlo simulation | Full Text | References | PDF (255.4 KB)
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An integrated neural network–simulation algorithm for performance optimisation of the bi-criteria two-stage assembly flow-shop scheduling problem with stochastic activities
A. Azadeh, M. Jeihoonian, B. Maleki Shoja & S.H. Seyedmahmoudi
Pages: 7271-7284
Published online: 23 Jan 2012
AbstractforAn integrated neural network–simulation algorithm for performance optimisation of the bi-criteria two-stage assembly flow-shop scheduling problem with stochastic activities | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB)
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Modelling of material handling systems for facility design in manufacturing environments with job-specific routing
Vatcharapol Sukhotu & Brett A. Peters
Pages: 7285-7302
Published online: 18 Jan 2012
AbstractforModelling of material handling systems for facility design in manufacturing environments with job-specific routing | Full Text | References | PDF (555.8 KB)
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Assembly sequence planning based on a hybrid particle swarm optimisation and genetic algorithm
Yanfeng Xing & Yansong Wang
Pages: 7303-7312
Published online: 12 Jan 2012
AbstractforAssembly sequence planning based on a hybrid particle swarm optimisation and genetic algorithm | Full Text | References | PDF (286.5 KB)
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Article
A meta-heuristic approach for solving the no-wait flow-shop problem
Hamed Samarghandi & Tarek Y. ElMekkawy
Pages: 7313-7326
Published online: 12 Jan 2012
AbstractforA meta-heuristic approach for solving the no-wait flow-shop problem | Full Text | References | PDF (132 KB)
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Bi-objective partial flexible job shop scheduling problem: NSGA-II, NRGA, MOGA and PAES approaches
M. Rabiee, M. Zandieh & P. Ramezani
Pages: 7327-7342
Published online: 16 Apr 2012
AbstractforBi-objective partial flexible job shop scheduling problem: NSGA-II, NRGA, MOGA and PAES approaches | Full Text | References | PDF (751.3 KB)
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Article
Buffer sizing approach with dependence assumption between activities in critical chain scheduling
Li Bie, Nanfang Cui & Xiaoming Zhang
Pages: 7343-7356
Published online: 20 Jan 2012
AbstractforBuffer sizing approach with dependence assumption between activities in critical chain scheduling | Full Text | References | PDF (312.5 KB)
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Memes co‐evolution strategies for fast convergence in solving single machine scheduling problems
Wei-Hsiu Huang, Pei‐Chann Chang, Meng‐Hiot Lim & Zhenzhen Zhang
Pages: 7357-7377
Published online: 19 Jan 2012
AbstractforMemes co‐evolution strategies for fast convergence in solving single machine scheduling problems | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB)
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Multi-objective production scheduling with controllable processing times and sequence-dependent setups for deteriorating items
M. Karimi-Nasab & S.M.T. Fatemi Ghomi
Pages: 7378-7400
Published online: 27 Feb 2012
AbstractforMulti-objective production scheduling with controllable processing times and sequence-dependent setups for deteriorating items | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB)
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Article
Machine scheduling in the presence of sequence-dependent setup times and a rate-modifying activity
Mehdi Iranpoor, S.M.T. Fatemi Ghomi & M. Zandieh
Pages: 7401-7414
Published online: 31 Jan 2012
AbstractforMachine scheduling in the presence of sequence-dependent setup times and a rate-modifying activity | Full Text | References | PDF (1 MB)
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Two decompositions for the bicriteria job-shop scheduling problem with discretely controllable processing times
Ganggang Niu, Shudong Sun, Pascal Lafon, Yingfeng Zhang & Junqiang Wang
Pages: 7415-7427
Published online: 20 Feb 2012
AbstractforTwo decompositions for the bicriteria job-shop scheduling problem with discretely controllable processing times | Full Text | References | PDF (193.4 KB)
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Scheduling of a no-wait two-machine flow shop with sequence-dependent setup times and probable rework using robust meta-heuristics
M. Rabiee, M. Zandieh & A. Jafarian
Pages: 7428-7446
Published online: 05 Apr 2012
AbstractforScheduling of a no-wait two-machine flow shop with sequence-dependent setup times and probable rework using robust meta-heuristics | Full Text | References | PDF (2 MB)
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A novel hybrid meta-heuristic algorithm for a no-wait flexible flow shop scheduling problem with sequence dependent setup times
F. Jolai, M. Rabiee & H. Asefi
Pages: 7447-7466
Published online: 13 Mar 2012
AbstractforA novel hybrid meta-heuristic algorithm for a no-wait flexible flow shop scheduling problem with sequence dependent setup times | Full Text | References | PDF (739.4 KB)
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A method to design job rotation schedules to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders in repetitive work
S. Asensio-Cuesta, J.A. Diego-Mas, L.V. Cremades-Oliver & M.C. González-Cruz
Pages: 7467-7478
Published online: 06 Mar 2012
AbstractforA method to design job rotation schedules to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders in repetitive work | Full Text | References | PDF (199.1 KB)
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Article
Scheduling policies in multi-product manufacturing systems with sequence-dependent setup times and finite buffers
Wei Feng, Li Zheng & Jingshan Li
Pages: 7479-7492
Published online: 22 Feb 2012
AbstractforScheduling policies in multi-product manufacturing systems with sequence-dependent setup times and finite buffers | Full Text | References | PDF (379 KB)
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Article
Sequence planning for bending operations in progressive dies
Alan C. Lin & Dean K. Sheu
Pages: 7493-7521
Published online: 18 Apr 2012
AbstractforSequence planning for bending operations in progressive dies | Full Text | References | PDF (2.6 MB)
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List of Reviewers

List of Reviewers
Pages: 7522-7529
Published online: 01 Nov 2012
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Editorial Board

Editorial Board
Page: ebi
Published online: 01 Nov 2012
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