Scheduling optimisation - How software solutions achieve success for specialty chemicals manufacturers

摘要

The specialtychemicals sector has proven to be more resilient than most process industries to the negative effects of the economic downturn.Today, the recovery is underway and growth prospects are looking ever more positive for the industry. Analysthouse, Business Insights, recently forecast that the global market will grow at a CAGR of 2% during 2010 to 2014 to reach a total value of approximately $319-bn in 2014.Significant issues do remain across the sector if growth is to be sustained.Specialty chemicals make up a complex and highly demanding marketplace. The industry is characterised by the need to deliver high-quality products quickly, while taking into account constantly shifting needs and expectations from customers for innovative products and shorter lead times.