Incorporating just-in-time into a decision support system environment

In this paper, a Decision Support System is proposed for a Just-In-Time production system. The Decision Support System includes three components: database, model base, and interface. The database contains the predefined parameters together with the data generated for the considered Just-In-Time production system. In the model base, both deterministic and stochastic aspects of the system are considered. The deterministic system is examined by constructing a linear programming model whereas simulation is used as a tool for the stochastic system. Furthermore, a sensitivity analysis is performed on the Just-In-Time production system with the help of the Decision Support System environment for the unit load size changes under different demand patterns by using the alternative solutions obtained from the model base.