Knowledge-Based Techniques for Constraints Satisfaction in Resource Allocation Problems

Abstract

Knowledge-based techniques are as effective as mathematical techniques for satisfying constraints in manpower resource allocation (MRA) problems. Our knowledge-based techniques allow direct implementation for logical reasoning, reduce efforts in setting up and interpreting rules of constraints, fair well in giving correct solutions, and are adaptable to human rules. This class of problems arises in the management of manpower for organisations that provide round-the-clock services, requiring special expertise and experience to ensure that resultant rosters optimally match the skills of the available manpower resources to the various conditions and requisites of the deployment posts.