Published Online:August 2025
Product Name:The IUP Journal of Operations Management
Product Type:Article
Product Code:IJOM030825
DOI:10.71329/IUPJOM/2025.24.3.46-66
Author Name:Kamal Deep
Availability:YES
Subject/Domain:Management
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Pages:46-66
The paper presents a comprehensive review of research on facility layout problems (FLPs), examining historical developments and emerging trends in solution methodologies. The study systematically explores key research dimensions, including problem formulations, algorithmic approaches, and contemporary software tools employed to address FLP challenges. Special emphasis is placed on the application of metaheuristic algorithms and concurrent engineering principles for solving multi-objective facility layout problems. By synthesizing advancements in the field, this review offers critical insights and a forward-looking perspective on future research directions. The findings underscore the potential for more sophisticated and efficient solutions in facility layout optimization, bridging theoretical innovation with practical implementation.
The facility layout is recognized as a crucial aspect to enhance overall plant efficacy.