Towards a Better Modelling of the Cell Formation Problem: An Overview of Decisions and a Critical analysis of Constraints and Objectives

TL;DR

This paper critically analyzes the various criteria and constraints in cell formation problem modeling, aiming to guide researchers in adopting a comprehensive multi-criteria approach for cellular production system design.

Contribution

It provides an overview and critical analysis of decision criteria and constraints, facilitating better modeling of the cell formation problem with a multi-criteria perspective.

Findings

Identifies key criteria and constraints in cell formation modeling

Highlights gaps and inconsistencies in existing approaches

Suggests directions for more comprehensive multi-criteria models

Abstract

Cell formation problem is among the first obstacles the designer of cellular production systems must overcome. This paper presents a critical analysis of the various criteria and constraints considered in the literature. The objective is to help any researcher who wants to model the problem by adopting a multi-criteria approach.