A Markov decision process approach to optimal control of a multi-level hierarchical manpower system

Akaninyene U. Udom

A recurrent problem in manpower control is how to attain the desired structural configuration in an optimal way, since it is possible to reach a desired structural configuration using different control inputs. The major aim of this paper is to develop a Markov Decision Process for optimal control of a Multi-level Hierarchical Manpower System (MHMS) by promotion and interdepartmental transfers. This is examined under control by intervention and contraction cost Markov Decision Process.

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Year of publication:	December 2013
Authors:	Udom, Akaninyene U.
Published in:	CBN journal of applied statistics. - Abuja : Central Bank of Nigeria, ISSN 2476-8472, ZDB-ID 2854997-1. - Vol. 4.2013, 2, p. 31-49
Subject:	Markov Decision Process \| Hierarchical Manpower System \| Optimal Control \| Markov-Kette \| Markov chain \| Entscheidung \| Decision \| Kontrolltheorie \| Control theory