Facility Layout Design with Simulation-based Optimization: a Framework for Process, Flow, and Layout Optimization
In nowadays manufacturing industries there is usually a lack of knowledge in decision makers and stakeholders to optimize production and logistics flows considering the shop floor layout. Decision support system through Simulation-Based Multi-Objective Optimization can be a significant approach for production and logistics system improvement. The main benefits are optimized solutions with an increased efficiency of the production, internal logistics and required space on the shop floor layout. Usually at a lower cost than consultancy companies, obtaining just the best optimal solutions and with the possibility of analyzing them without interrupting the system. The application of research with Simulation-based Optimization in manufacturing leads to significant improvements of complex systems as demonstrated in major manufacturing companies working together with universities and research centers.
October 2015 - October 2020 School of engineering