Browsing by Author "Yang, Kum Khiong"

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    An Analysis of Factors affecting Cross Docking Operations
    (Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), 2010) Balakrishnan, Jaydeep; Yang, Kum Khiong; Cheng, Chun Hung
    Using a simulation model of a cross dock, we examine the impacts of various options on moving freight between inbound and outbound trailers. The decisions examined include direct versus indirect handling of pallets, number of open receiving doors, door layout, number of forklifts, size of cross dock and freight mix. This study provides useful insights into handling freight in a cross dock.
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    The Application of Single-Pass Heuristics for U-Lines
    (Elsevier, 2009) Balakrishnan, Jaydeep; Cheng, Chun-Hung; Ho, Kin-Chuen; Yang, Kum Khiong
    U-lines have been adopted in many manufacturing settings as part of JIT implementation. In this paper, we examine the applicability of existing straight-line heuristics for obtaining a balance on a U-line. We modify 13 single-pass heuristics and study the effectiveness of various heuristics under different problem conditions. An extensive computational study is carried out to help identify the best heuristics. In addition, we compare recent U-line procedures with a single-pass heuristic using some literature problems. Based on a single-pass heuristic, we compare the configurations of a straight- and U-line.