Problem Modeling (Optimization Engine)

Problem modeling is a key step in the deployment of a new Optimization Engine project. It consists of transforming the client’s requirements into a problem description that is understandable by the engine.

Typically we start by using a graphical norm to discuss with the customer, then it is refined into the final textual problem description used to instantiate the Multi-Agent Optimization Engine. Here is a presentation of the graphical norm and how to build it.

Further in this section:

• Main Concepts for Optimization Problems – Explanation of the main concepts you need to know about: dimensions, spaces, variables, and criteria

• Graphical Norm for Optimization Problems – Description of the graphical norm

  • Optimization Models Examples – Commented examples

• Problem Description – How to configure the exact problem for the Optimization Engine

• Modeling Guidelines – Summarized good practices