Method, system, and storage medium for optimizing scheduling activities in a manufacturing environment

摘要

Exemplary embodiments include a method, system, and storage medium for optimizing scheduling activities in a manufacturing environment. The method includes receiving a planned factory cycle time value and schedule information for lots associated with a queue. The planned factory cycle time value includes an anticipated pace for lot workflow. Upon receiving a dispatch request, a critical ratio for each lot is calculated and compared with the planned factory cycle time value. An 'at risk' value is assigned to a lot when the planned factory cycle time value is greater than the lot's critical ratio. A higher priority is assigned to lots determined to be at risk than the priority assigned to those lots not at risk. The at risk lots are sorted by a priority value set during a planning period and also by a critical ratio. The lots not at risk are sorted by critical ratio.