Facility layout planning (FLP) involves a set of design problems related to the arrangement
of the elements that shape industrial production systems in a physical space. The fact that …

Facility layout problem (FLP) is defined as the placement of facilities in a plant area, with the
aim of determining the most effective arrangement in accordance with some criteria or …

Abstract The Unequal Area Facility Layout Problem (UA–FLP) has been addressed by
various methods, including mathematical modelling, heuristic and metaheuristic …

Purpose–The purpose of this paper is to propose a new assessment tool for Leagility.
Design/methodology/approach–This research was carried out to systematically propose the …

One of the most important features of modern production is that the demand for the product
is constantly changing. The problems showing demand variability in certain time periods are …

The multi-facility layout problem involves the physical organization of departments inside
several facilities, to allow flexible and efficient operations. This work studies the facility layout …

This study examines the robust facility layout problem (RFLP) while taking into account
unpredictable health and environmental safety standards. This problem's major goal is to …

Factory layout planning is a time-consuming process that has a large impact on the
operational performance of a future factory. Besides, changing technologies and market …

Purpose This study attempts to analyze the overall effectiveness of Lean System (LS)-based
India post facility layout design (FLD) selection. Design/methodology/approach We have …

Facility layout problems focus on the assignment of departments into the facility layout by
considering the minimization of total costs. A well-designed facility result in efficient material …