We minimize trim waste in a paper manufacturing process. A theoretically perfect solution is impractical, so what can we do?
This series explores optimization of a "picking warehouse" by improving the warehouse design and efficiency of the picking process.
Designing an optimization model is difficult. This article explains common mathematical notation used to define optimization model formulations.
Given available stock of wire and a list of pieces required, what is the best way to cut the stock to fulfil demand while minimizing waste?
We run optimization model cases 10 times faster, fully using the parallel capabilities of the CPU cores/threads in a modern computer.
We experiment with the new Python in Excel feature, building and solving a linear program using the Python SciPy library.
We minimize the number of racks required to accommodate all pallets in a warehouse, freeing space for other activities and allowing company growth.
Allocating people to teams is a task common in both sport and business. We allocate 32 people to 4 teams that are as balanced as possible.