The Implementation of Computer Platform for Foundries Cooperating in a Supply Chain

This article presents a practical solution in the form of implementation of agent-based platform for the management of contracts in a network of foundries. The described implementation is a continuation of earlier scientific work in the field of design and theoretical system specification for cooper...

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Main Authors: Wilk-Kołodziejczyk D., Kluska-Nawarecka S., Rojek G., Regulski K.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Polish Academy of Sciences 2014-08-01
Series:Archives of Foundry Engineering
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Online Access:http://www.degruyter.com/view/j/afe.2014.14.issue-3/afe-2014-0073/afe-2014-0073.xml?format=INT
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Summary:This article presents a practical solution in the form of implementation of agent-based platform for the management of contracts in a network of foundries. The described implementation is a continuation of earlier scientific work in the field of design and theoretical system specification for cooperating companies [1]. The implementation addresses key design assumptions - the system is implemented using multi-agent technology, which offers the possibility of decentralisation and distributed processing of specified contracts and tenders. The implemented system enables the joint management of orders for a network of small and medium-sized metallurgical plants, while providing them with greater competitiveness and the ability to carry out large procurements. The article presents the functional aspects of the system - the user interface and the principle of operation of individual agents that represent businesses seeking potential suppliers or recipients of services and products. Additionally, the system is equipped with a bi-directional agent translating standards based on ontologies, which aims to automate the decision-making process during tender specifications as a response to the request.
ISSN:2299-2944