Modeling and Simulation in Engineering, Economics, and Management

Name: Modeling and Simulation in Engineering, Economics, and Management | International Conference, MS 2012, New Rochelle, NY, USA, May 30 - June 1, 2012, Proceedings
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International Conference, MS 2012, New Rochelle, NY, USA, May 30 - June 1, 2012, Proceedings

Kurt J. Engemann Anna M. Gil-Lafuente José M. Merigó-Lindahl(Herausgeber*in)

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Erschienen am 2. Juni 2012

XI, 281 Seiten

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Title
Preface
Organization
Table of Contents
Social Networks and Social Information Sharing Using Fuzzy Methods
Using Analytical Methods in Business Continuity Planning
Introduction
The Current State of Analytics in BCP
Business Impact Analysis, Risk Assessment, and Strategy Development
Business Impact Analysis
Organizational Objectives and Priorities
Deliverables, Resumption Requirements, and Levels Performance
Impact of a Disruption and Interdependencies
Necessary Resources for Implementing the BCP and Their Allocation
Risk Assessment
Identify Significant Threats to Critical Operations
Identify and Evaluate Controls
Estimate Event Probabilities and Impacts
Developing Risk Measures and Prioritizing Risks
Developing Strategies
Strategies for Individual Business and Support Units
Integrating Strategies
Conclusions and Discussion
References
Using Neural Networks to Model Sovereign Credit Ratings: Application to the European Union
Introduction
Neural Networks
Sovereign Credit Ratings
Models and Data
Input Variables and Training Input Dataset
Output Variables and Training Target Dataset
Neural Networks Model
Results
Discussion and Final Remarks
References
Measuring Errors with the OWA Operator
Introduction
Preliminaries
The OWA Error Operator
Illustrative Example
Conclusions
References
Solvency Capital Estimation and Risk Measures
Introduction
Misunderstanding in the Concept of Value at Risk as a Risk Measure
A Non
Example for Value a Risk
Issues from Risk Management
Conclusions
References
Appendix
Decision Making of Customer Loyalty Programs to Maintain Consumer Constancy
Introduction
Customer Relationship Management
Customer Loyalty
Fuzzy Logic
Fuzzy Number and Linguistic Variable
The Hungarian Method for the Assignment Problem
The Theorem
Theorem 1:
Theorem 2:
The Hungarian Algorithm
Application
Conclusion and Further Research
References
User and Usage Constraints in Information Systems Development - Application to University: A Case Study of Lagos State University, Lagos, Nigeria
Introduction
Economic Intelligence Systems
Information System Development in Lagos State University
Applications Specification
Entity Relation Model
Implementation Constraints
Constraints Associated With Matriculation Number
PRE-COMPUTERISATION COMPUTERISATION ERA CODES ERA CODES
Non-existing / Inconsistent Matriculation Number Pattern
Conclusion
References
Online Business Registration and Congolese Entrepreneurs in Cape Town
Introduction
Conceptual Background
Research Hypotheses
Research Methodology
Analysis and Results
Discussion of Results
Conclusions
References
The Algorithm of Optimal Polynomial Extrapolation of Random Processes
Introduction
Problem Statement
Conclusions
References
An Analytic Framework for Assessing Automobile Sales Loss from Recalls: A Toyota Case Study
Introduction
Toyota Recalls
Model Development
Dependent Variable: Product Sales
Independent Variable: Product Recall
Independent Variable: Accident Factor
Independent Variable: Media Coverage
Model Specification: Development of the Mathematical Model
Results
Conclusion
References
A Method for Uncertain Sales Forecast by Using Triangular Fuzzy Numbers
Introduction
Fundamentals of Fuzzy Subsets
OWA Operators and Aggregation Functions
Proposal for the Creation of a Triangular Fuzzy Number Concerning Sales Forecast from the Opinions of an Expert Group
Conclusions
References
A Metaheuristic Approach for Supply Chain Network Design Problems
Introduction
Problem Formulation
Solution Strategy
Single Objective Solution
Multi-objective Solution Using Goal Attainment
Multi-objective Solution Using Multi-Objective Simulated Annealing
Computational Results
Conclusion
References
Random Forests for Uplift Modeling: An Insurance Customer Retention Case
Introduction and Background
The Uplift Problem
State of Art Solutions to the Uplift Problem
Subtraction of Two Models
Modeling Uplift Directly
Random Forests for Uplift Modeling
A Proposed Algorithm
Variable Importance
Assessing Model Performance
The Data
Conclusions
References
Age Diversity in the Boardroom: Measures and Implications
Introduction
Theoretical Framework
Data and Methodology
Sample
Model
Variables
Empirical Results
Conclusion and Discussion
References
Hierarchical Structure of Variables in Export Agribusiness: The Case of Michoacan
Background
Theory and Hypotheses
Conclusions
References
Division of Labour and Outsourcing: Mutually Exclusive Concepts?
Introduction
References
OWA Operators in the Assignment Process: The Case of the Hungarian Algorithm
Introduction
Theoretical Foundations
The OWA Operator
The OWA Distance Operator
The Hungarian Method
Fuzzy Hungarian Algorithm
OWA Operators in the Hungarian Algorithm
Using the OWAD Operator in the Hungarian Algorithm
Illustrative Example
Conclusions
References
Mathematic Modeling of Reactor's Temperature Mode of Multiloop Pyrolysis Plant
Introduction
Geometrical Model and Basic Heat Equations of the MPP's Reactor
Computer Simulation of the MPP Reactor's Temperature Mode
Conclusions
References
Step Size Bounds for a Class of Multiderivative Explicit Runge-Kutta Methods
Introduction
Explicit Runge-Kutta Methods
A Class of 3 - Stage MERK Methods
Propagation of Errors in MERK Methods
Numerical Computation and Results
Conclusion
References
Tapping the Potential of Virtual World-Based Simulations in Higher Education
Introduction
Pedagogy in Higher Business Education
Lecture Method
Video
Case Studies
Internships
Experiential Exercises
Role Playing
Research Reports
Simulations/Games
Virtual World Simulations and Second Life
Interactivity
Immersion
Creativity
Authenticity
Fantasy
Application Areas of Virtual World Simulations in Higher Education
Health Care
Sociology
Language Education
Visual Arts
Architecture
Travel/Tourism
Music
History
Scripting Languages/Animation
Forensics/Auditing
Military Science
Environmental Science
Business
Summary and Conclusions
References
Evaluating the Impact of Virtual Reality on Liver Surgical Planning Procedures
Introduction
Potential Impact of Image Guided Systems to the Surgical Domain
The Proposed Virtual Liver Surgery Planning Model
Frame Work of the VLSP Model
VR-Based Segmentation Refinement Tools
The Proposed Surgical Planning Workflow
Results and Conclusions
References
A Model to Determine the Effect of International Business Competences
Introduction
Literature Review
Internationalisation from a Knowledge-Based Approach
Theoretical Model
Methodology
Variables
Data Collection
Results
Empirical Testing of the Hypotheses
Conclusions and Managerial Implications
References
Ant Colony Optimization for Solving the Vehicle Routing Problem with Delivery Preferences
Introduction
Setting the Problem
HSACS: Solving the VRPHSTW Using an Ant Colony System
Computational Study
Conclusions
References
Metaheuristic for the Multiple Level Warehouse Layout Problem
Introduction
Literature Review
Mathematical Formulation
Ant Colony Optimization (ACO)
ACO Application to MLWLP
Computational Tests
Conclusions and Future Research
References
Study of the Reaction of Dissolution of Sphalerite Using the Model of Pitzer-Variation in the Activity Coefficient of Zinc Sulfate
Introduction
Thermodynamic Model
Optimization of Model Parameters
Results and Discussion
Conclusions
Nomenclature
References
Application of Geometric Explicit Runge-Kutta Methods to Pharmacokinetic Models
Introduction
A Brief Overview of Explicit Runge-Kutta Methods
Geometric Explicit Runge-Kutta (GERK) Method and Its Derivation
Application of GERK to Pharmacokinetic Models
Concluding Remarks and Future Research
References
Frequency Tuning Algorithm for Loudspeaker Driven Thermoacoustic Refrigerator Optimization
Introduction
Experimental Study of TAR Amplitude-Frequency Response by Acoustic Pressure
The Real-Time Amplitude-Frequency Response Determination Method
Synthesis of TAR Acoustic Pressure Nonlinear Mathematical Models
Analysis of the Synthesized Mathematical Models Adequacy
Frequency Tuning Algorithm for Parametric Optimization of Loudspeaker Driven TAR
Conclusions
References
Author Index

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