ABSTRACT
Overview Linear optimization is applied on a large scale in the field of production planning. In particular, when there is demand for a broad variety of products or when the demand fluctuates strongly, the design of a good production plan may be very dicult, and linear optimization may be a useful analysis and solution tool. When planning the production, both social and economic factors have to be taken into account. A number of questions may be asked in this respect. Is working in overtime acceptable? Is it profitable to hire employees on a temporary basis? Is idle time acceptable?
