Optimization Modeling for Supply Chain Management

With an emphasis on modelling techniques, this text should be of value to those taking courses in supply chain management - or for professional managers who seek better analytical tools for managing their supply chains, information technologists who are responsible for developing and/or maintaining such tools, and consultants who conduct supply chain studies using models. Shapiro examines in detail the roles of data, models, and modelling systems in helping companies improve the management of their supply chains. The focus is on optimization models based on linear and mixed integer programming. Shapiro clearly illustrates that when properly applied, these methodologies can create accurate and comprehensive models of great practical value. And, the book presents how competitive advantage in supply chain management can be most fully realised by implementing and applying optimisation modelling systems.