Machine Sequencing & Scheduling
A leading manufacturing firm specializing in high-volume production of automotive components. The company operates multiple production lines and faces frequent scheduling bottlenecks due to fluctuating customer demands.
The client struggled with inefficient machine scheduling, leading to high idle times, frequent job changeovers, and missed delivery deadlines. Existing scheduling methods failed to accommodate dynamic order variations, causing increased operational costs.
We implemented a mathematical optimization model combined with heuristic scheduling algorithms to dynamically sequence jobs. The model accounted for machine capacities, setup times, and due dates while minimizing idle times and maximizing throughput.
The optimized scheduling system reduced idle time, improved on-time deliveries, and minimized setup costs. Production became more efficient, enhancing responsiveness to demand fluctuations.