Browsing Mini-dissertations (Industrial and Systems Engineering) by Subject "Mini-dissertations (Industrial and Systems Engineering)"

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  • Agent-based simulation of freight stakeholders 
    Naude, Michael Hugo; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2012)
    This paper attempts to contribute to the existing body of knowledge on agent-based simulation of freight entities by investigating a proposed framework for the modelling of stakeholder behaviour in a supply chain. Models ...
  • Airport capacity analysis and configuration 
    De Wet, Karlien; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2011-05-11)
    Lanseria International Airport is being subjected to infrastructure upgrades to accommodate an increase in demand in passenger numbers. These demands will be fulfilled by other airlines that will be operating from Lanseria ...
  • Airport route development decision support tool for Cape Town Air Access 
    Robertson, Kyle M. (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2017)
    The connectedness and accessibility of Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) is critical for the economic growth and development of the Western Cape. Cape Town Air Access (CTAA) is responsible for bolstering the long-term ...
  • The alignment of business and information technology within a tertiary education institution through the use of IT-governance: a study conducted at the University of Pretoria 
    Harmse, Lelanie; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2011-04-01)
    Organizations grow and develop rapidly due to general demand and globalization, along with new technologies, regulations and business models. This leads to information systems becoming more intricate and complex. As a ...
  • The analysis and modelling of Aurecon’s RSA Offshoring Admin and Technical Quality Process for process improvement 
    Van Jaarsveld, Adèle (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2018)
    The following project aims to analyse and model Aurecon’s RSA Offshoring Admin and Technical Quality Process to evaluate the performance of the process and identify potential areas for improvement. Different methodologies ...
  • Analysis and optimisation of the 'South African Journal of Industrial Engineering' business model, design and information flow 
    Matsekangope, Valetia; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2011)
    Process improvement methods such as Business Process Reengineering, Process Analysis and Design Methodology and Business Process Management had been studied in order to select from them the most suitable one for the journal. ...
  • Analysis and reengineering of the business processes at Vacuform Pty. Ltd. 
    Senyatsi, Neo; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2012)
    This report is an account of the work done thus far on the analysis and reengineering endeavour at Vacuform. The literature review details information about other management systems that can be used to solve the problem ...
  • An analysis of inter- and intra provincial commercial vehicle activity chains 
    Van Heerden, Quintin; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2011)
    The objective of this research is to contribute to the body of knowledge on commercial vehicle activity chain characteristics. To achieve this, the state-of-practice in freight modelling as well as contributions to the ...
  • An analysis of the information handling system at TFM Industries 
    Du Plessis, Jacques; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2012)
    TFM specialises in the import, manufacturing, supply and support of specialist truck bodies for the transport, construction, forestry, cargo body, waste and environmental transport industries. The company consists of six ...
  • Analysis: the effect of the length of a single rail line on the capacity of the line 
    Redelinghuys, Erik; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, November 2)
    Over the past 200 years, trains have vastly progressed the way in which people and goods have been moved from point A to point B. Proven to be one of the most effective modes of transport, railway network’s capacity is ...
  • Annual labour planning at Bidvest Panalpina Logistics 
    Makofane, Donald Toloka; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2012)
    The demand of labour in the BPL warehouse is affected by seasonal flows due to the fact that the demand for services changes. This paper tries to find the optimum labour requirements for all three warehouses throughout all ...
  • Apex Valves facility layout optimization 
    Oberholzer, Marietjie; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2013-04-29)
    The content of this report is centred upon Apex Valves (Pty) Ltd situated in Centurion, South Africa. Apex Valves is a supplier of plumbing and geyser valves. Their operations take place within four connected factory units ...
  • Approach for data centre performance measurement solution 
    De Kock, P.F.; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, )
    iScript is a software developer and system integrator that has been charged with supplying their client with a system that has the ability to integrate all its clients current systems into one centralised point. The client ...
  • Assembly line layout and process optimization at Powertech Transformers 
    Reyneke, Melani; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2011-05-04)
    Powertech Transformers, located in Pretoria West, is one of the largest and sophisticated transformer manufacturing plants in the southern hemisphere. The variety of products manufactured is used by local authorities, ...
  • Assessing the features of the quality management system at Powertech Transformers 
    Ngomane, Patricia N.; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, )
    A study is conducted on the various aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS) at Powertech Transformers to test the efficiency of the system. Case studies and samples are used to diagnose problems in QMS. Root cause ...
  • Automated Investment Assessment : an investment decision making model for the ordinary person 
    Van Niekerk, Melissa (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2018)
    The ordinary person invests to achieve their long-term nancial goals. Choosing where to invest and what to invest in can be challenging for the ordinary person and paying a nancial broker can be expensive and reduces ...
  • Automation in production of vehicles to improve the sequential delivery of the vehicles 
    Cloete, Ulindi; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2012)
    The project on sequential building to ensure sequential delivery will be done at the Rosslyn Plant Nissan SA (NSA). A production line on building vehicles needs to incorporate or make use of sequential building to achieve ...
  • Batch sizing and scheduling on a volatile production line through the usage of linear optimisation 
    Hugo, Jeanne-Marie (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2018)
    This report examines and determines the optimisation solution to a complex batch sizing problem. A mix of low- and high-volume production causes complexity in batch sizing and scheduling at Mecalc Manufacturing. Prototyping ...
  • A blueprint for the short-term insurance industry to anticipate, accommodate and implement the ACORD data standards, and STRIDE data converter into their existing business environments 
    Van Heerden, Mariska; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2013-04-29)
    The Short-term insurance (STI) industry in South Africa is a multi-billion Rand industry, and despite economic conditions it is still growing year-on-year. There are currently 22 million short-term policy holders in South ...
  • A box manufacturing cost analysis at B.R.H. (Pty.Ltd.) 
    Padayachy, Dheevashni; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2012)
    The debate about choosing outsourcing over in-sourcing and vice versa has been going on for decades now, with no clear answer in sight. This decision forms part of a company’s business strategy. Many have developed their ...