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Throughput and inventory estimation of a pull-based supply system

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  • Jishnu Hazra
  • Paul Schweitzer
  • Avi Seidmann

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We analyse an assembly system fed by components produced by suppliers and operating under a pull system with random processing times. Under certain assumptions, we present a performance evaluation algorithm which is based on physical decomposition of the network and use of an aggregation/disaggregation algorithm. We consider two important performance measures: system throughput and work-in-process inventory. Performance evaluation of these systems is difficult because of the mating of parts and a kanban-like operating mechanism. Our algorithm was tested using simulation and found to be accurate.

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  • Jishnu Hazra & Paul Schweitzer & Avi Seidmann, 2003. "Throughput and inventory estimation of a pull-based supply system," International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 5(5/6), pages 492-506.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijmtma:v:5:y:2003:i:5/6:p:492-506
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