by Karen | Oct 1, 2009 | Center & Office Research, Dr. Bernard Schroer, Dr. Gregory A. Harris, P.E., Freight, Logistics, & Transportation, Huntsville Simulation Conference (AL), Presentation, Presented, Prof Dietmar Moeller
This paper presents the development of a conceptual framework for simulating interstate traffic. ProcessModel was selected as the simulation package. The framework has been successfully used to model interstate I-65 from Montgomery to Birmingham, AL. The study... by Karen | Jun 1, 2009 | Center & Office Research, Dr. Gregory A. Harris, P.E., Dr. Michael D. Anderson, P.E., Freight, Logistics, & Transportation, Information Types, Report
The project FAF2 Pilot Project – Utilization of FAF2 Data By State And Local Governmental Agencies, in support of the Federal Highway Administration FAF2 Pilot Project, was to develop methods and procedures to enable State and local governmental agencies to utilize... by Karen | Jun 1, 2009 | Center & Office Research, Dr. Gregory A. Harris, P.E., Dr. Michael D. Anderson, P.E., Dr. Phillip A. Farrington, Freight, Logistics, & Transportation, Lauren Jennings Neppel, Michael Spayd, Report
The purpose the project Establishing Performance Measures For Alabama’s Transportation System was to research current transportation system metrics and develop a set a performance measures appropriate for establishing the level of performance for Alabama’s multimodal... by Karen | May 1, 2009 | Center & Office Research, Dr. Gregory A. Harris, P.E., Dr. Michael D. Anderson, P.E., Freight, Logistics, & Transportation, Information Types, Report
Modeling of the statewide transportation system is an important element in understanding issues and programming of funds to thwart potential congestion. As Alabama grows its manufacturing economy, the number of heavy vehicles traversing its highways will continue to... 
by Karen | Mar 10, 2009 | Anthony Holden, ATN Research, Freight, Logistics, & Transportation, Lauren Jennings Neppel, Michael Spayd, Nicholas Loyd, Presented, Publication, Report, Supply Chain Management, Transportation Research Board Annual Conference
This paper discusses the implementation of Lean Enterprise management, principles, and tools in seaport operations. The paper begins by providing an overview of the necessary management training, strategy, and structure necessary for a successful lean implementation.... by Karen | Mar 1, 2009 | Center & Office Research, Dr. Gregory A. Harris, P.E., Dr. Michael D. Anderson, P.E., Freight, Logistics, & Transportation, Presentation
This paper analyses the effectiveness of applying the Quick Response Freight Manual (QRFM) to model freight transportation. Typically, freight transportation is indirectly modeled or as an after-thought. Increasing freight volumes, coupled with cost saving...