We describe the application of simulation analysis to a complex operational problem involving scheduling, sequencing, and material-handling decisions. The manufacturing process under study required close attention to correct mix and sequencing of raw materials, reduction of material-handling costs, high utilization of a resource having significant purchase and operational expense, and a steady, low-variance throughput.
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Williams et al. (1997) studied this question.