A Nonlinear Goal-Arc Network Extension of the Multi-Level Coherence Model for EEO.

Abstract

The model developed in this report is an extension and reformulation of a model called the Coherence model for guiding EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) planning at the micro-level in the U.S. Navy's civilian workforce developed by Charnes, Cooper, Lewis and Niehaus. This model is called the Goal-Arc model. Like its predecessors, the Goal-Arc model utilizes a goal programming approach with embedded Markoff processes. As in the Coherence model, piecewise linear goal functionals with 'artifact goals' are used to approximate the transition relations of the Markoff process. The Goal-Arc model, however, carries this to another stage of development. Analytical as well as network formations and interpretations are provided in the following article. A numerical example with related interpretations for EEO planning is also provided. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 1977
Accession Number
ADA059805

Entities

People

  • Abraham Charnes
  • Arin D. Nelson
  • K. A. Lewis
  • R. J. Niehaus
  • William W. Cooper

Organizations

  • Carnegie Mellon University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Algorithms
  • Artifacts
  • Civilian Personnel
  • Computer Programming
  • Employment
  • Equal Employment Opportunity
  • Evolutionary Algorithms
  • Goal Programming
  • Linear Programming
  • Management Personnel
  • Manpower
  • Mathematical Programming
  • New York
  • Optimization
  • Organizational Structure
  • United States
  • Universities

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  • Operations Research
  • Organizational Process Management (OPM).