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We present an approach for evolving separate variability models when the associated base model is altered. The Common Variability Language (CVL) is a generic language for modeling variability in base models. The base models are oblivious to the associated variability models, causing additional...

This paper deals with selecting control structures for a three-product Petlyuk (dividing-wall) column with an objective to achieve desired product purities with minimum use of energy (V). We consider four alternate control structures with and without the vapor split as a degree of freedom. This work...

In the traditional sense, IT has often been viewed as a contributor to waste within lean production. However, as the business world changes and competition from low-cost countries increases, new models must be developed which deliver competitive advantage by combining contemporary technological...

Software development is most often done in teams, where human and cooperative aspects are vital for team effectiveness. This has been the topic of study in several disciplines, and in this article we describe three team effectiveness models from other fields. We discuss priorities for future studies...

Awareness and shared knowledge are important ingredients of successful coordination in software engineering projects, and especially when team members are distributed. Although various coordination mechanisms and knowledge sharing recommendations for cross-site collaboration have been proposed...

Transportation of timber in coastal regions of Norway is challenging. Transport by ship and availability of appropriate quay facilities are of major importance to increase the harvesting and use of wood, and to secure an efficient and flexible transportation system. An optimisation model is...