Refereed Chapter

Yin, Y., Chung, SH., Ma, HL., Li, D., Zhang, Z., Liu, C., Yu, Y., Gai, Y., Tang, J., & Kaku, I. (2005) Seru Production Systems. Encyclopedia in Operations Management (Elsevier), Forthcoming. 

Refereed Journal Publications

1. Li, D., Stecke, K., Yin, Y., Fang, K., Jin, H., & Kaku, I. (2025). Why and How Seru Production Systems Are Responsive and Efficient in Volatile Markets, Production and Operations Management, Forthcoming.

2. Ran Li, Zhe Zhang, Xiaoling Song, Xue Gong and Yong Yin, (2025). Lagrangian relaxation for SERU scheduling problem with a time-dependent learning effect. Journal of Industrial and Management Optimization, Forthcoming.

3. Xiang, Y., Zhang, Z., Song, X., Gong, X., & Yin, Y. (2024). A two-stage heuristic algorithm for dynamic seru scheduling problems with resource constraints. Scientia Iranica, Forthcoming. 

4. Xiang, Y., Zhang, Z., Gong, X., Song, X., & Yin, Y. (2024). A strip-packing constructive algorithm with deep reinforcement learning for dynamic resource-constrained seru scheduling problems. Soft Computing, 28, 9785-9802.

5. Zhang, Z., Song, X., Gong, X., & Yin, Y. (2024). Coordinated seru scheduling and distribution operation problems with Dejong's learning effects. European Journal of Operational Research, 313(2), 452-464.

6. Li, D., Lyu, Y., Zhang, J., Cui, Z., & Yin, Y. (2024). Order sequencing for a bucket brigade seru in a mass customization environment. International Journal of Production Economics, Forthcoming.

7. Zhang, R., Zhang, Z., Song, X., & Yin, Y. (2024). An exact solution method for seru scheduling problems considering past-sequence-dependent setup time and adjustment activities. International Journal of Applied Decision Sciences, 17(2), 156-181.

8. Xiang, Y., Zhang, Z., Gong, X,. & Yin, Y. (2024). A VNS-IG algorithm for dynamic seru scheduling problem with sequence-dependent setup time and resource constraints. International Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 46(1), 58-89.

9. Zhang, Z., Izui, K., Song, X., Yin, Y., & Gong, X. (2024) A nested partitioning-based solution method for seru scheduling problem with resource allocation. Journal of Management Science and Engineering, 9(1), 101-114.

10. Jiang, Y., Zhang, Z., Gong, X., & Yin, Y. (2024). An exact solution method for seru scheduling problems with multiple rate-modifying activities and learning effect. European Journal of Industrial Engineering, 18(4), 469-511.

11. Zhang, Z., Gong, X., Song, X., Yin, Y., Lev, B., & Zhou, X. (2024). An effective two phase heuristic for synchronized seru production scheduling and 3PL transportation problems. International Journal of Production Economics, Forthcoming.

12. Zhang, X., Zhang, Z., Song, X., Gong, X., & Yin, Y. (2024). An exact branch-and-bound algorithm for seru scheduling problem with sequence-dependent setup time and release date. Journal of Industrial and Management Optimization, 20(4), 1662-1702.

13. Zhang, R., Zhang, Z., Song, X., Zhong, X., & Yin, Y. (2023). Seru scheduling problems with learning effect and job deterioration during an increasing adjustment period. International Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 46(3), 323-354.

14. Gai, Y., Yin, Y., Li, D., Zhang, R., & Tang, J. (2023). Maximizing the throughput of a rotating seru with nonpreemptive discrete stations. Naval Research Logistics, 70(8), 910-928.

15. Li, D., Jiang, Y., Zhang, J., Cui, Z., & Yin, Y. (2023). An on-line seru scheduling algorithm with proactive waiting considering resource conflicts. European Journal of Operational Research, 309(2), 506-515.

16. Wang, L., Zhang, Z., & Yin, Y. (2023). A bi-level nested heuristic algorithm for divisional seru order acceptance and scheduling problems. Applied Soft Computing, 143, 110354.

17. Shen, L., Zhang, Z., Song, X., & Yin, Y. (2023). A hybrid GA-PSO algorithm for seru scheduling problem with dynamic resource allocation. International Journal of Manufacturing Research, 18(1), 100-124.

18. Zhang, Z., Shen, L., Gong, X., Zhong, X., & Yin, Y. (2023). A genetic-simulated annealing algorithm for stochastic seru scheduling problem with deterioration and learning effect. Journal of Industrial and Production Engineering, 40(3), 205-222.

19. Zhang, X., Zhang, Z., Gong, X., & Yin, Y. (2023). An exact branch-and-bound algorithm for seru scheduling problems with sequence-dependent setup time. Soft Computing, 27(10), 6415-6436.

20. Zhang, R., Zhang, Z., Gong, X., & Yin, Y. (2023). Reformulation and exact solution method for seru scheduling problem with learning effect and job deterioration. International Journal of Applied Decision Sciences, 16(5), 613-645.

21. Zhang, Z., Song, X., Gong, X., Yin, Y., Lev, B., & Zhou, X. (2023). An effective heuristic based on 3-opt strategy for seru scheduling problems with learning effect. International Journal of Production Research, 61(6), 1938-1954.

22. Xiang, Y., Zhang, Z., Gong, X., & Yin, Y. (2023). Line-seru conversion of seed packaging workshop: A case study of company A in China. International Journal of Manufacturing Research, 18(3), 311-340.

23. Zhan, R., Li, D., Ma, T., Cui, Z., Du, S., & Yin, Y. (2023). Configuring a seru production system to match supply with volatile demand. Applied Intelligence, 53(10), 12925-12936.

24. Zhang, Z., Song, X., Gong, X., Yin, Y., Lev, B. & Zhou, X. (2022). An exact quadratic programming approach based on convex reformulation for seru scheduling problems. Naval Research Logistics, 69(8), 1096-1107.

25. Zhang, Z., Song, X., Huang, H., Yin, Y., & Lev, B. (2022). Scheduling problem in seru production system considering DeJong’s learning effect and job splitting. Annals of Operations Research, 312, 1119-1141.

26. Zhang, Z., Gong, X., Song, X., Yin, Y., Lev, B., & Chen, J. (2022). A column generation-based exact solution method for seru scheduling problems. OMEGA, 108, 102581.

27. Fujita, Y., Izui, K., Nishiwaki, S., Zhang, Z., & Yin, Y. (2022). Production planning method for seru production systems under demand uncertainty. Computers & Industrial Engineering, 163, 107856.

28. Zhang, Z., Wang, L., Song, X., Huang, H., & Yin, Y. (2022). Improved genetic-simulated annealing algorithm for seru loading problem with downward substitution under stochastic environment. Journal of the Operational Research Society, 73(8), 1800-1811.

29. Liu, F., Fang, K., Tang, J., & Yin, Y. (2022). Solving the rotating seru production problem with dynamic multi-objective evolutionary algorithms. Journal of Management Science and Engineering, 7(1), 48-66..

30. Gai, Y., Yin, Y., Tang, J., & Liu, S. (2022). Minimizing makespan of a production batch within concurrent systems: Seru production perspective. Journal of Management Science and Engineering, 7(1), 1-18.

31. Jiang, Y., Zhang, Z., Song, X., & Yin, Y. (2022). Seru Scheduling Problems with Multiple Due-Windows Assignment and Learning Effect. Journal of Systems Science and Systems Engineering, 31(4), 480-511. 

32. Wang, L., Zhang, Z., & Yin, Y. (2022). Dynamic seru order acceptance and scheduling with periodic worker assignment. International Journal of Manufacturing Research, 17(2), 172-201.

33. Zhang, Z., Song, X., Huang, H., Zhou, X., & Yin, Y. (2022). Logic-based Benders decomposition method for the seru scheduling problem with sequence-dependent setup time and DeJong’s learning effect. European Journal of Operational Research. 297(3), 866-877.

34. Wang, L., Zhang, Z., & Yin, Y. (2022). Order acceptance and scheduling problem with outsourcing in seru production system considering lot-spitting. European Journal of Industrial Engineering, 16(1), 91-116.

35. Jiang, Y., Zhang, Z., Song, X., & Yin, Y. (2021). Scheduling controllable processing time jobs in seru production system with resource allocation. Journal of the Operational Research Society, 73(11), 2551-2571.

36. Zhou, S., Li, D., & Yin, Y. (2021). Coordinated appointment scheduling with multiple providers and patient-and-physician matching cost in specialty care. OMEGA, 101, 102285.

37. Jiang, Y., Zhang, Z., Gong, X., & Yin, Y. (2021). An exact solution method for solving seru scheduling problems with past-sequence-dependent setup time and learning effect. Computers & Industrial Engineering, 158, 107354.

38. Bendoly, E., Bachrach, D. G., Esper, T. L., Blanco, C., Iversen, J., & Yin, Y. (2021). Operations in the upper echelons: leading sustainability through stewardship. International Journal of Operations & Production Management, 41(11), 1737-1760. 

39. Liu, S. Q., Huang, X., Li, X., Masoud, M., Chung, S. H., & Yin, Y. (2021). How is China’s energy security affected by exogenous shocks? Evidence of China–US trade dispute and COVID-19 pandemic. Discover Energy, 1(1), 1-23.

40. Zhang, Z., Han, X., Song, X., & Yin, Y. (2021). Evaluate the reliability of a seru production system with reworking actions. Journal of Industrial and Production Engineering, 38(7), 475-484.

41. Shen, L., Zhang, Z., & Yin, Y. (2021). An improved genetic algorithm for seru scheduling problem with worker assignment considering lot-splitting. International Journal of Applied Decision Sciences, 14(6), 710-730.

42. Luo, L., Zhang, Z., & Yin, Y. (2021). Simulated annealing and genetic algorithm based method for a bi-level seru loading problem with worker assignment in seru production systems. Journal of Industrial & Management Optimization, 17(2), 779-803.

43. Wang, Y., Zhang, Z., & Yin, Y. (2021). An order scheduling problem in seru production system considering worker assignment. International Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 37(2), 149-167.

44. Wang, Y., Zhang, Z., & Yin, Y. (2021). Multi-order scheduling optimisation considering product operation and worker allocation in divisional seru. International Journal of Applied Decision Sciences, 14(1), 24-42.

45. Han, X., Zhang, Z., & Yin, Y. (2020). Reliability-oriented multi-resource allocation for seru production system with stochastic capacity. International Journal of Manufacturing Research, 15(4), 371-386.

46. Wang, L., Zhang, Z., & Yin, Y. (2020). A bi-level programming model for seru order acceptance and scheduling problem considering worker assignment. International Journal of Industrial Engineering, 27(4), 527-545.

47. Wang, Y., Zhang, Z., & Yin, Y. (2020). Workload-based order acceptance in seru production system. International Journal of Manufacturing Research, 15(3), 234-251.

48. Yu-Zhou, J., Dong-Ni, L., Hong-Bo, J., & Yin, Y. (2020). An online algorithm for parallel scheduling of serus with resource conflicts. Acta Automatica Sinica, 46, 1-16.

49. Zhang, Z., Shao, L., & Yin, Y. (2020). PSO-based algorithm for solving lot splitting in unbalanced seru production system. International Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 35(4), 433-450.

50. Süer, G., Ulutas, B., Kaku, I., & Yin, Y. (2019). Considering product life cycle stages and worker skill level in seru production systems. Procedia Manufacturing, 39, 1097-1103.

51. Li, D., Guo, R., Zhan, R., & Yin, Y. (2018). An innovative artificial bee colony algorithm and its application to a practical intercell scheduling problem. Engineering Optimization, 50(6), 933-948.

52. Lian, J., Liu, C., Li, W., & Yin, Y. (2018). A multi-skilled worker assignment problem in seru production systems considering the worker heterogeneity. Computers & Industrial Engineering, 118, 366-382.

53. Yin, Y., Stecke, K. E., & Li, D. (2018). The evolution of production systems from industry 2.0 through industry 4.0. International Journal of Production Research, 56(1-2), 848-861.

54. Luo, L., Zhang, Z., & Yin, Y. (2017). Modelling and numerical analysis of seru loading problem under uncertainty. European Journal of Industrial Engineering, 11(2), 185-204.

55. Yin, Y., Stecke, K. E., Swink, M., & Kaku, I. (2017). Lessons from seru production on manufacturing competitively in a high cost environment. Journal of Operations Management, 49, 67-76.

56. Zhang, X., Liu, C., Li, W., Evans, S., & Yin, Y. (2017). Effects of key enabling technologies for seru production on sustainable performance. OMEGA, 66, 290-307.

57. Shao, L., Zhang, Z., & Yin, Y. (2016). A bi-objective combination optimisation model for line-seru conversion based on queuing theory. International Journal of Manufacturing Research, 11(4), 322-338.

58. WANG, J., Wang, T., Yin, Y., Wang, Q., & Matsukawa, H. (2016). A strategic formulation model based on performance measurement scales of SCM. Innovation and Supply Chain Management, 10(3), 81-92.

59. Yin, Y., Kaku, I., & Liu, C. (2016). Management of overlapped cross-training: With or without a supervisor? Asian Journal of Management Science and Applications, 2(3), 213-227.

60. Liu, C., Dang, F., Li, W., Lian, J., Evans, S., & Yin, Y. (2015). Production planning of multi-stage multi-option seru production systems with sustainable measures. Journal of Cleaner Production, 105, 285-299.

61. Yu, Y., Tang, J., Yin, Y., & Kaku, I. (2015). Comparison of two typical scheduling rules of line-seru conversion problem. Asian Journal of Management Science and Applications, 2(2), 154-170.

62. Lian, J., Liu, C., Li, W., Evans, S., & Yin, Y. (2014). Formation of independent manufacturing cells with the consideration of multiple identical machines. International Journal of Production Research, 52(5), 1363-1400.

63. Liu, C., Stecke, K. E., Lian, J., & Yin, Y. (2014). An implementation framework for seru production. International Transactions in Operational Research, 21(1), 1-19.

64. Liu, C., Yang, J., Lian, J., Li, W., Evans, S., & Yin, Y. (2014). Sustainable performance oriented operational decision-making of single machine systems with deterministic product arrival time. Journal of Cleaner Production, 85, 318-330.

65. Yin, Y., Kaku, I., & Liu, C. (2014). Product architecture, product development process, system integrator and product global performance. Production Planning & Control, 25(3), 203-219.

66. Yin, Y., Liu, C. G., & Kaku, I. (2014). Some underlying mathematical definitions and principles for cellular manufacturing. Asia-Pacific Journal of Operational Research, 31(01), 1450008.

67. Yu, Y., Tang, J., Gong, J., Yin, Y., & Kaku, I. (2014). Mathematical analysis and solutions for multi-objective line-cell conversion problem. European Journal of Operational Research, 236(2), 774-786.

68. Liu, C., Yang, N., Li, W., Lian, J., Evans, S., & Yin, Y. (2013). Training and assignment of multi-skilled workers for implementing seru production systems. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 69(5-8), 937-959.

69. Yu, Y., Tang, J., Sun, W., Yin, Y., & Kaku, I. (2013). Combining local search into non-dominated sorting for multi-objective line-cell conversion problem. International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing, 26(4), 316-326.

70. Yu, Y., Tang, J., Sun, W., Yin, Y., & Kaku, I. (2013). Reducing worker (s) by converting assembly line into a pure cell system. International Journal of Production Economics, 145(2), 799-806.

71. Liu, C., Li, W., Lian, J., & Yin, Y. (2012). Reconfiguration of assembly systems: From conveyor assembly line to serus. Journal of Manufacturing Systems, 31(3), 312-325.

72. Stecke, K. E., Yin, Y., Kaku, I., & Murase, Y. (2012). Seru: The organizational extension of JIT for a super-talent factory. International Journal of Strategic Decision Sciences (IJSDS), 3(1), 106-119.

73. Sun, J., Matsui, M., & Yin, Y. (2012). Supplier risk management: An economic model of P-chart considered due-date and quality risks. International Journal of Production Economics, 139(1), 58-64.

74. Yu, Y., Gong, J., Tang, J., Yin, Y., & Kaku, I. (2012). How to carry out assembly line–cell conversion? A discussion based on factor analysis of system performance improvements. International Journal of Production Research, 50(18), 5259-5280.

75. Kaku, I., Gong, J., Tang, J., & Yin, Y. (2011). A review: Practice and theory in line-cell conversion. Assembly Line-Theory and Practice, 107130

76. Yin, Y., Liu, C., & Kaku, I. (2011). Cooperation and leadership policies in a serial supply chain. Journal of Manufacturing Systems, 30(1), 1-7.

77. Cao, D., Yin, Y., & Kaku, I. (2010). A criterion of production model selection for building material with delivery delay. International Journal of Production Research, 48(12), 3429-3443.

78. Liu, C., Lian, J., Yin, Y., & Li, W. (2010). Seru Seisan‐an innovation of the production management mode in japan. Asian Journal of Technology Innovation, 18(2), 89-113.

79. Liu, C., Yin, Y., Yasuda, K., & Lian, J. (2010). A heuristic algorithm for cell formation problems with consideration of multiple production factors. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 46(9-12), 1201-1213.

80. Kaku, I., Gong, J., Tang, J., & Yin, Y. (2009). Modeling and numerical analysis of line-cell conversion problems. International Journal of Production Research, 47(8), 2055-2078.

81. Liu, C., Yasuda, K., Yin, Y., & Tanaka, K. (2009). Uncertain association rule mining algorithm for the cell formation problem in cellular manufacturing systems. International Journal of Production Research, 47(3), 667-685.

82. Yin, Y. (2009). The economic cell number. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 44(5-6), 625-630.

83. Yin, Y., Xu, C., & Hu, L. (2009). Some insight into yasuda et al's.“a grouping genetic algorithm for the multi-objective cell formation problem”. International Journal of Production Research, 47(7), 2009-2010.

84. Kaku, I., Gong, J., Tang, J., & Yin, Y. (2008). A mathematical model for converting conveyor assembly line to cellular manufacturing. Industrial Engineering and Management Systems, 7(2), 160-170.

85. Kaku, I., Murase, Y., & Yin, Y. (2008). A study on human-task-related performances in converting conveyor assembly line to cellular manufacturing. European Journal of Industrial Engineering, 2(1), 17-34.

86. Yin, Y., Kaku, I., & Stecke, K. (2008). The evolution of seru production systems throughout canon. Operations Management Education Review, 2

87. Yin, Y., & Yasuda, K. (2006). Similarity coefficient methods applied to the cell formation problem: A taxonomy and review. International Journal of Production Economics, 101(2), 329-352.

88. Murase, Y., Kaku, I., & Yin, Y. (2006). Theoretical analysis of converting assembly line to cellular manufacturing. Journal of Japan Industrial Management Association, 57(4), 314-322.

89. Yasuda, K., Hu, L., & Yin, Y. (2005). A grouping genetic algorithm for the multi-objective cell formation problem. International Journal of Production Research, 43(4), 829-853.

90. Yin, Y., & Yasuda, K. (2005). Similarity coefficient methods applied to the cell formation problem: A comparative investigation. Computers & Industrial Engineering, 48(3), 471-489.

91. Yin, Y., Yasuda, K., & Hu, L. (2005). Formation of manufacturing cells based on material flows. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 27(1-2), 159-165.

92. Yin, Y., & Yasuda, K. (2004). Reconsidering generalized similarity coefficient via a sequence ratio. International Journal of Industrial Engineering: Theory Applications and Practice, 11(2), 140-150.

93. Yin, Y., & Yasuda, K. (2002). Modification of existing similarity coefficients by considering an operation sequence ratio in designing cellular manufacturing systems. Industrial Engineering & Management Systems, 1(1), 19-28.

94. Yin, Y., & Yasuda, K. (2002). Manufacturing cells' design in consideration of various production factors. International Journal of Production Research, 40(4), 885-906.

95. Yasuda, K., & Yin, Y. (2001). A dissimilarity measure for solving the cell formation problem in cellular manufacturing. Computers & Industrial Engineering, 39(1-2), 1-17.
    
    

Refereed Journal Publications in Chinese/Japanese

1. SERU 系统构建的理论框架 唐加福， 任玉红， 殷勇 管理科学学报 26 (2), 1-14. (2023)

2. 面向快速响应的赛汝生产系统构建模型与方法 湛荣鑫， 李冬妮， 马涛， 李俊杰， 吴延昭， 殷勇 自动化学报 48 (12), 2922-2930. (2022)

3. 带有资源冲突的Seru在线并行调度算法. 江煜舟， 李冬妮， 靳洪博， 殷勇 自动化学报 48 (2), 444-459. (2022)

4. 团队型文化对赛汝 (SERU) 生产及运营绩效的影响: 中国制造业的实证分析 刘畅， 李珍， 殷勇 系统工程理论与实践 41 (2), 431-441. (2021)

5. 赛汝生产有效运行机制: 基于华录松下的案例研究 王晓晶， 任玉红， 殷勇 系统工程理论与实践 41 (2), 455-464. (2021)

6. Seru 生产方式下考虑工人异质性的多能工分配模型及算法 廉洁， 刘晨光， 殷勇 运筹与管理, 81-89. (2019)

7. 一种基于协同进化的流水线向 Seru 系统转化方法 吴旭辉， 杜劭峰， 郝慧慧， 于洋， 殷勇， 李冬妮 自动化学报 44 (6), 1015-1027. (2018)

8. 基于时间可控和随机损失的生鲜农产品供应链协调 苏菊宁， 刘晨光， 殷勇， 张娜 运筹与管理 24 (5). (2015)

9. 预测精度和成本双时变的短生命周期产品供应链优化与协调 苏菊宁， 刘晨光， 殷勇 中国管理科学 23 (10), 107-112. (2015)

10. 以提高生产率的流水线转单元的变邻域搜索 孙薇， 于洋， 唐加福， 殷勇 计算机集成制造系统 20 (12), 3040-3047. (2014)

11. 两类市场结构下企业生产方式选择决策 刘晨光， 白玉芳， 李文娟， 廉洁， 殷勇 系统工程理论与实践 32 (1), 49-59. (2012)

12. 基于同质设备多台配置的独立生产单元构建决策 廉洁， 刘晨光， 李文娟， 殷勇 中国管理科学 20 (5), 90-97. (2012)

13. 日本式单元化生产——生产方式在日本的最新发展形态 刘晨光， 廉洁， 李文娟， 殷勇 管理评论 22 (5), 93-103. (2010)

14. セル生産とコンベアー組立ラインの数理的解析: 生産方式選択基準の構築へむけて 村瀬康比古， 郭偉宏，殷勇 日本経営工学会論文誌 57 (4), 314-322. (2006)