A Knowledge-Based Decision Support System for Locating a Manufacturing Facility

Abstract

This paper examines the design and implementation of a knowledge-based decision support system (KBDSS) in the facility location domain. The KBDSS for locating a manufacturing facility is intended to support facilities planners in improving the quality of strategic decision-making in facility location. A survey of past location studies was conducted to identify the major considerations of location analysts and to develop a hierarchy of factors for locating a manufacturing facility in the USA. Location evaluation is accomplished via a location model that is formulated as a linear additive multiattribute utility model. The microcomputer-based DSS developed integrates an object-oriented expert system with other modeling tools, such as a database management system and a C-based interactive graphical user interface. The system incorporates subjective, judgemental evaluations from management with objective, factual location data to recommend the best location for a new manufacturing facility. The system also makes transparent the justification for its recommendations by providing appropriate textual and graphical explanation facilities. © 1995 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.

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Engineering Management and Systems Engineering

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1545-8830; 0740-817X

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Article - Journal

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English

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© 2024 Taylor and Francis Group; Taylor and Francis, All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Jan 1995

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