A genetic algorithm for optimal operating parameters of VMI system in a two-echelon supply chain.
S. P. NachiappanN. JawaharPublished in: Eur. J. Oper. Res. (2007)
Keyphrases
- life cycle
- supply chain
- genetic algorithm
- uncertain demand
- supply chain management
- inventory policy
- operating costs
- inventory management
- lead time
- economic order quantity
- decision making
- quantity discount
- bullwhip effect
- joint replenishment
- optimal solution
- planning horizon
- cost savings
- safety stock
- inventory control
- dual sourcing
- supplier selection
- trading agents
- service level
- dynamic programming
- multi objective
- production capacity
- distribution centers
- distribution network
- rfid technology
- revenue sharing
- inventory holding
- objective function