A goal programming approach for a multi-objective multi-choice assignment problem

Abstract

In this paper, we study a multi-objective multi-choice assignment problem considering cost and time objectives subject to some realistic constraints including multi-job assignment. We assume that the decision-maker provides multiple aspiration levels regarding both cost and time objectives using discrete choices as well as interval values. To obtain efficient allocation plans, we use multi-choice goal programming methodology to solve the assignment problem. The proposed methodology is illustrated through numerical examples.