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Carmen
Consulting undertakes projects with varying degrees of complexity, lasting
anywhere from a few weeks to several years. Many of our assignments fall
into one of the following categories:
Design and Development of Optimization Software
We design and develop prototypes, components as well as products. We have
extensive experience in development of algorithms for the most complex
optimization problems. Through our partnership with Ilog - the world leader
in standard optimization components - we have access to the most recent
advances in optimization technology.
Assessment
of the Optimization Capability of Software Systems
In most cases, buying a scheduling or planning
system with optimization potential is a major investment. The difference
between a system with the best optimization methods and a mediocre system
can be much more than just the difference in price. Carmen Consulting
has the knowledge and experience necessary to assess the claims of the
vendors and evaluate whether a system really solves the clients' problem
in the best possible way.
Modeling
of Optimization Problems
The industrial use of standard optimization components
such as CPLEX, Ilog Solver, Xpress-MP and OSL, and optimization modeling
systems such as GAMS, AMPL and OPL has increased during the last couple
of years. However, many users have experienced that optimal performance
requires a model, which is not just logically correct, but also well suited
for the chosen optimization algorithm. Carmen Consulting provides training
and consulting on all aspects of the use of the most common optimization
components and modeling systems.
Assessment
of Business Rules and Collective Agreements
Business rules and collective agreements have a
tremendous impact on the operational costs of a transportation company.
In many cases, it is difficult to discern which rules are the expensive
ones and what can be done to improve efficiency. By having the full range
of Carmen scheduling and planning products at our disposal, we are able
to analyze the problem and recommend the most cost effective changes.
Case
The following document is a case study that describe
how our services can be used.
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