Interaction of the Decision Maker in the Process of Production Scheduling

Abstract

In the paper the role of the decision maker in the process of production scheduling is discussed. A general procedure specifying the activities carried out within the framework of particular steps of scheduling is shown. The scope of the interactions of the decision maker in the scheduling process under conditions of real time system is commented. The purpose of this work is to present a range of knowledge and information which should have a decision maker and also the advantages and disadvantages of each method of participation. The work in this area is one of the most important steps when designing a new, dedicated scheduling system as well as during the analysis, selection and adaptation of an external one.