A 'genetic algorithm' is an algorithm which creates a model that works as a natural selection system. A fitness function is used for the evaluation and mutation of members of a population. This continues to occur until a satisfactory solution is reached. Scheduling systems from Tuppas Software use genetic algorithms to create and manage schedules in this manner.

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