A Multi-Level Coherence Model for EEO Planning.
Abstract
This is the 2nd of 2 general classes of models for guiding EEO planning in the U.S. Navy's civilian workforce. The first, model--FEEO (Flexible Equal Employment Opportunity)--provides overall guidance for such plans; the present one--the Coherence Model--is designed for more detailed application in ways which tie into FEEO. Together they provide a multi-level approach. Both models use a goal programming approach with embedded Markov processes. The Coherence Model embodies a new usage of piece-wise linear goal functionals with artifact goals to approximate the transition relations of the Marlcov processes. Other constraints or objectives can be treated in this manner to obtain a distribution format with a nonlinear functional (with linear equivalent) for which available current algorithms guarantee integer solutions. The mathematical development needed to achieve this reduction is provided along with a numerical (two-period) example which illustrates the dynamic (multi-period) aspects that need to be considered in such plans. Since the methods are general, other applications of this model to areas like personnel promotion planning, etc., are also noted.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 08, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA042553
Entities
People
- Abraham Charnes
- K. A. Lewis
- R. J. Niehaus
- William W. Cooper
Organizations
- University of Texas at Austin