A View of Operations Research Applications in Italy, 2018 (Paperback)

Part I - Logistics: 1 M. Bue et al., A two-phase approach for an integrated order batching and picker routing problem.- 2 T. Parriani et al., Creation of Optimal Service Zones for the Delivery of Express Packages.-3 L. Di Puglia Pugliese et al., Solving a three-dimensional bin-packing problem arising in the groupage process: application to the port of Gioia Tauro.- 4 T. Bacci et al., A new software system for optimizing the operations at a container terminal.- Part II - Product Design: 5 A. Credo et al., Design optimization of synchronous reluctance motor for low torque ripple.- 6 G. De Tommasi, A variant of the generalized assignment problem for reliable allocation of sensor measurements in a diagnostic system.- Part III - Production Planning and Scheduling: 7 L. Bertazzi and F. Maggioni, Forecasting Methods and Optimization Models for the Inventory Management of Perishable Products: the Case of “La Centrale del Latte di Vicenza SpA”.- 8 G. Giallombardo et al., Production scheduling and distribution planning at FATER S.p.A..- Part IV - Social Applications: 9 C. Arbib et al., IoT Flows: A Network Flow Model Application to Building Evacuation.- 10 M. Gentili et al., From Pallets to Puppies: Using Insights from Logistics to Save Animals.- 11 L. Lampariello, Improving social assistance services for minors and disabled people by using multiobjective programming.- Part V ? Transportation: 12 E. Fadda et al., An algorithm for the optimal waste collection in urban areas.- 13 M. Dell’Amico et al., A decision support system for earthwork activities in construction logistics.- 14 D. Ambrosino et al., A comparison of optimization models to evaluate the impact of fuel costs when designing new cruise itineraries.- 15 C. Ciancio et al., An Integrated Algorithm for Shift Scheduling Problems for Local Public Transport Companies.- 16 S. Carosi  et al., A Tool for Practical Integrated Time-Table Design and Vehicle Scheduling in Public Transport Systems.