Integrated production planning, shift planning, and detailed scheduling in a tissue paper manufacturer

Abstract

In this study, we report an integrated planning system that we developed for a large tissue paper manufacturer in Turkey. The system is composed of three integrated models to solve the capacity planning, shift planning, and scheduling problems. All three problems are solved by a combination of optimization methods and heuristics. We also report the implementation process of the system in the manufacturing organization, and discuss observed benefits of the system in terms of the competitive position of the company. © Springer Science+Business Media New York 2013.