Chapter 27. Using Solver to Determine the Optimal Product Mix
How can I determine the monthly product mix that maximizes profitability?
Does a Solver model always have a solution?
What does it mean if a Solver model yields the result Set Values Do Not Converge?
How can I determine the monthly product mix that maximizes profitability?
Companies often need to determine the quantity of each product to produce on a monthly basis. In its simplest form, the product mix problem involves how to determine the amount of each product that should be produced during a month to maximize profits. Product mix must usually adhere to the following constraints:
Product mix can’t use more resources than are available.
There is a limited demand for each product. We can’t ...
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