Abstract
This paper proposes a multi-criteria decision-making model, for the selection and evaluation of the most valuable wooden input—resonant wood. Application of a given model can improve the process of input valuation as well as impact and improve particular economic indicators for the resonant wood manufacturer. We have tried to describe and evaluate the supply chain of resonant wood manufacturing and production of musical instruments. Particular value-added and non-value-added activities have been chosen according to the logical sequence of technology. Then, concrete criteria were specified and their significance weightings. Another important part of our paper is the description of resonant wood, specifications, and demands on log and wood species. There are some important physical and mechanical properties which should be taken into account and evaluated during the production of musical instruments. By the application of this model, a particular enterprise can reach an enhanced tool for the continuous evaluation of the product flowing through the supply chain. Visibility of particular operations and their logical sequence, presented by Petri nets, can lead to easier detection of possible defects in these operations and their origin. So, the main purpose of the paper lies in the suggestion of an objective and quantified managerial tool for the decision making.
Highlights
Decision-making models and methods can be used in various situations, processes, and industrial branches
This paper proposes a multi-criteria decision-making model, for the selection and evaluation of the most valuable wooden input—resonant wood
Our research focuses on the area of metrics, decisions, and criteria within the supply chain and the material flow of manufacturing wooden musical instruments
Summary
Decision-making models and methods can be used in various situations, processes, and industrial branches. This paper deals with the decision making within the production of resonant wood products. This performance can be measured by various indicators, and various criteria should be assessed. This production is not serial, and all products are produced only upon special particular demand. Analyses of value chains should be focused on specification of so-called bottlenecks, which mention those activities that prevent an increase in business margins. These analyses show the inefficiency caused by the over-sizing of some activities regarding a lower level of assurance, and lower performance of other business activities
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