Authors: Teresa Wu; Nong Ye; Dawei Zhang

Source: International Journal of Production Research, Volume 43, Number 3, February 1, 2005 , pp. 515-536(22)

Publisher: Taylor and Francis Ltd

Abstract:

Resource allocation problems aim to achieve certain goals or objectives by allocating resources. Traditionally, centralized methods are applied to such problems. However, the inherent, decentralized nature of many corporates/companies/factories drives the investigation on decentralized or distributed methods. This paper provides an overview of research activities in the field of distributed methods for resource allocation problems. We concentrate on classifying the resource allocation problems, comparing different methods and discussing how these different methods can be applied to the problems. Finally, a range of open issues and future challenges are highlighted.

Keywords: Multi-agent system; Distributed artificial intelligence; Resource allocation; Production

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00207540512331311868

Publication date: 2005-02-01

More about this publication?

• Editorial Board
• Information for Authors
• Subscribe to this Title
• ingentaconnect is not responsible for the content or availability of external websites

Related content

• In this: publication
• By this: publisher
• In this Subject: Materials & Manufacturing
• By this author: Teresa Wu ;  Nong Ye ;  Dawei Zhang

Website © Publishing Technology. Article copyright remains with the publisher, society or author(s) as specified within the article.

• Terms and conditions
• Privacy policy
• Information for advertisers