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Mastering Time - Innovative Solutions to Complex Scheduling Problems
This book will delve into the intricate scheduling world, a critical aspect of modern operations across various industries, offering a comprehensive exploration of scheduling theory, from its foundational principles to applying advanced algorithms designed to optimise time and resource allocation
This book will delve into the intricate scheduling world, a critical aspect of modern operations across various industries, offering a comprehensive exploration of scheduling theory, from its foundational principles to applying advanced algorithms designed to optimize time and resource allocation. The authors are encouraged to explore the complexities of scheduling tasks through a clear and organized approach, ensuring the readers can grasp the nuances of algorithm efficiency, constraint satisfaction, and optimization models. The authors can also discuss the practical applications of scheduling in manufacturing systems and project management, highlighting its pivotal role in enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and improving overall productivity by addressing the unique challenges faced in service industries and presenting innovative strategies for managing appointments, queues, and customer satisfaction. Furthermore, the authors can explore emerging trends such as integrating the Internet of Things, cloud-based scheduling solutions, and the impact of big data analytics on scheduling practices. Aimed at professionals, researchers, and students alike, this book hopes to equip its readers with the knowledge and tools to tackle scheduling problems confidently and creatively, paving the way for more efficient and effective solutions in various operational contexts.
Topics
The following topics illustrate the target subject areas and scope of the project. These keywords are not definitive but can be used as the basis for the chapter content. We accept theoretical and applied scientific papers which can be presented as original research papers and review papers. The required length of the full chapters is 10-20 pages.- Topic 1: Fundamentals of Scheduling Theory Book
Keywords: Algorithm efficiency, Constraint satisfaction, Resource allocation, Optimization models - Topic 2: Advanced Scheduling Algorithms Book
Keywords: Heuristic methods, Genetic algorithms, Machine learning applications, Parallel computing - Topic 3: Scheduling in Manufacturing Systems Book
Keywords: Just-In-Time production, Assembly line balancing, Capacity planning, Workflow optimization - Topic 4: Project Management and Scheduling Book
Keywords: Critical Path Method (CPM), Gantt charts, Agile methodologies, Risk management - Topic 5: Scheduling in Service Industries Book
Keywords: Appointment systems, Queue theory, Demand forecasting, Customer satisfaction - Topic 6: Emerging Trends in Scheduling Book
Keywords: Internet of Things (IoT) integration, Cloud-based scheduling, Big data analytics, Sustainable practices