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Integrated operations planning model for the automotive wiring industry
Imen Safra1, Kaouther Ghachem1, Faiza Benabdallah1
1Department of Industrial Engineering and Systems, College of Engineering, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh, 11671, Saudi Arabia.
Heliyon
|June 7, 2024
Summary
An integrated operations planning model synchronizes automotive wiring production and inventory, reducing lead times by up to 60%. This approach ensures timely material delivery, crucial for sustained automotive manufacturing operations.
Area of Science:
- Operations Research
- Supply Chain Management
- Industrial Engineering
Background:
- Automotive wiring companies face challenges in synchronizing production and inventory flows.
- Proactive manufacturing and distribution are essential for meeting automotive sector demands.
- Consistent and punctual supply of raw wiring materials is vital for uninterrupted automotive production.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an integrated operations planning model for automotive wiring companies.
- To improve synchronization between production activities and inventory flows.
- To ensure a consistent and punctual supply of raw wiring materials.
Main Methods:
- The study utilizes an integer linear programming model for a push flow system.
- The model incorporates capacity and bill of materials constraints.
- It determines optimal production quantities, inventory levels, and machine sizing.
Main Results:
- Real-life data from the automotive wiring industry validates the model's effectiveness.
- Coordinated production and inventory activities led to significant lead time reductions.
- Lead times were reduced by up to 60%.
Conclusions:
- Joint operations planning is highly beneficial for automotive wiring partners.
- The proposed model enhances the efficiency of manufacturing and distribution processes.
- Improved synchronization ensures sustained manufacturing operations in the automotive sector.
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