Fuzzy system dynamics and optimization with application to manpower systems

Abstract: The dynamics of human resource recruitment and training in an uncertain environment creates a challenge for many policy makers in various organisations. In the presence of fuzzy manpower demand and training capacity, many companies fear losing critical human resources when their employees leave. As such, the development of effective dynamic policies for recruitment and training in a fuzzy dynamic environment is imperative. In this frame of mind, a fuzzy systems dynamics modelling approach is proposed to enable the policy maker to develop reliable dynamic policies relating recruitment, training, and available skills, from a systems perspective. It is anticipated in this study that fuzzy system dynamics and optimization approach would help organizations to design effective manpower policies and strategies.

How to cite this paper

 Mutingi, M & Mbohwa, C. (2012). Fuzzy system dynamics and optimization with application to manpower systems.International Journal of Industrial Engineering Computations , 3(5), 873-886.

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