The knapsack problem (KP) is generalized to the case where items are partially ordered through a set of precedence relations. As in ordinary KPs, each item is associated with proï...
We propose a structural credit risk model for consumer lending using option theory and the concept of the value of the consumer’s reputation. Using Brazilian empirical data and ...
Continuous GRASP (C-GRASP) is a stochastic local search metaheuristic for finding cost-efficient solutions to continuous global optimization problems subject to box constraints (Hi...
Michael J. Hirsch, Panos M. Pardalos, Mauricio G. ...
This paper describes a framework for analysing matches in multiple data sets. The framework described is quite general and can be applied to a variety of problems where matches ar...
When two competing and incompatible products coexist in a market, potential users face a choice between the two products and the alternative of deferring the decision. This paper ...