Supply chain configuration : concepts, solutions and applications /

Supply chain configuration : concepts, solutions and applications /

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Author / Creator:Chandra, Charu.
Imprint:New York : Springer, c2007.
Description:1 online resource (xx, 342 p.) : ill., maps.
Language:English
Subject:
Business logistics.
Product management.
Business logistics.
Product management.
Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/8880882
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Other authors / contributors:Grabis, Janis.
ISBN:0387251901
9780387251905
9780387681559 (electronic bk.)
0387681558 (electronic bk.)
9786610938209
6610938202
Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description based on print version record.
Summary:Explains supply chain configuration problem and offers solutions that combine the mathematical aspects of problem solving with applications in information technology. This work covers advanced technologies and solutions in supply chain configuration. It is suitable for those who specialize in operations management and supply chain configuration.
Other form:Print version: Chandra, Charu. Supply chain configuration. New York : Springer, c2007 0387251901 9780387251905
Table of Contents:
  • Part I. Supply Chain Configuration Problem and Issues
  • 1. Configuration
  • 1.1. What is Configuration?
  • 1.2. What is a Configurable System?
  • 1.2.1. System and System Design Concepts
  • 1.2.2. Sources of Configuration
  • 1.2.3. Impact of Public Policies on Configuration
  • 1.2.4. Configuration Problems
  • 1.2.5. Configuration models
  • 1.2.6. Configuration Solutions
  • 1.3. Why is a Configurable System Needed?
  • 1.4. Examples and Applications of Configuration
  • 1.5. Key Issues in Configuration
  • 1.5.1. Coordination and Synchronization
  • 1.5.2. Conflicting Objectives
  • 1.5.3. Complex Network
  • 1.5.4. System Variation Over Time
  • 1.5.5. Push-Pull Strategies
  • 1.5.6. Direct-to-Consumer
  • 1.5.7. Strategic Alliance
  • 1.5.8. Mass Customization
  • 1.5.9. Outsourcing and Procurement Strategies
  • 1.5.10. Information Technology and Decision Support Systems
  • 1.5.11. Customer Value
  • References
  • 2. Scope of Supply Chain Configuration Problem
  • 2.1. Introduction
  • 2.2. Supply Chain and Supply Chain Management
  • 2.2.1. A Systems Perspective on Supply Chains
  • 2.2.2. The Supply Chain as a Configurable System
  • 2.2.3. Supply Chain Management Process
  • 2.3. Supply Chain Management Problem Domain
  • 2.3.1. Overall Supply Chain Management Problems
  • 2.3.2. Subset of Supply Chain Configuration Problems
  • 2.3.3. Integration
  • 2.4. Supply Chain Configuration Dimensions
  • 2.4.1. Horizontal Extent
  • 2.4.2. Vertical Extent
  • 2.4.3. Objectives and Criteria
  • 2.4.4. Decisions
  • 2.4.5. Parameters
  • 2.5. Aligning Objectives
  • 2.6. Summary
  • References
  • 3. Literature Review
  • 3.1. Introduction
  • 3.2. The Design of the Literature Survey
  • 3.2.1. Classification Criteria
  • 3.2.2. Complexity Criteria
  • 3.3. Detailed Review
  • 3.4. Focus Areas for Supply Chain Configuration
  • 3.5. Summary
  • References
  • 4. Reconfigurable Supply Chains: An Integrated Framework
  • 4.1. Introduction
  • 4.2. The Concept of Reconfigurable Supply Chains
  • 4.2.1. Need
  • 4.2.2. Definition
  • 4.2.3. Advantages and Difficulties
  • 4.2.4. Requirements
  • 4.3. Configuration Problems and Methods
  • 4.4. Integrated Frameworks
  • 4.4.1. Existing Frameworks
  • 4.4.2. Proposed Frameworks
  • 4.5. Summary
  • References
  • 5. Methodology for Supply Chain Configuration
  • 5.1. Introduction
  • 5.2. Background
  • 5.3. Key Issues
  • 5.4. Configuration Steps
  • 5.5. Elaboration of Steps
  • 5.5.1. Initialization of Configuration
  • 5.5.2. Decision-Making Circumstances and Modeling Scope
  • 5.5.3. Information Modeling
  • 5.5.4. Preselection
  • 5.5.5. Selection
  • 5.5.6. Analysis of Output Data
  • 5.5.7. Approbation of Results
  • 5.6. Architecture of the Decision Support System
  • 5.7. Summary
  • References
  • Part II. Solutions
  • 6. Knowledge Management as the Basis of Crosscutting Problem-Solving Approaches
  • 6.1. Introduction
  • 6.2. Crosscutting Approaches - Motivation, Focus, and Significance
  • 6.2.1. Motivation and Focus
  • 6.2.2. Problem Solving for Configurable Systems
  • 6.2.3. Significance of This Approach
  • 6.3. Taxonomy, Ontology, and System Integration
  • 6.3.1. Taxonomy
  • 6.3.2. Ontology
  • 6.4. Knowledge Management System Development: A Proposed Framework
  • 6.4.1. Taxonomy
  • 6.5. Knowledge Management System Reference Model
  • 6.6. Development of Components of Knowledge Management System
  • 6.6.1. Capture
  • 6.6.2. Assembly
  • 6.6.3. Storage
  • 6.6.4. Usage
  • 6.7. Summary
  • References
  • 7. Information Modeling Approaches
  • 7.1. Introduction
  • 7.2. Information Modeling for Supply Chain Configuration
  • 7.2.1. Purpose
  • 7.2.2. Interactions with Information Systems Development
  • 7.2.3. Overview of Modeling Techniques
  • 7.3. Process Modeling
  • 7.4. Data Modeling
  • 7.4.1. General Data Model
  • 7.4.2. Modeling Technique Specific Data Model
  • 7.4.3. Data Mapping
  • 7.5. Generic Supply Chain Configuration Data Model
  • 7.6. Summary
  • References
  • 8. Mathematical Programming Approaches
  • 8.1. Introduction
  • 8.2. Fundamentals
  • 8.3. Mixed-Integer Programming Models
  • 8.3.1. Generic Formulation
  • 8.3.2. Modifications
  • 8.3.3. Computational Issues
  • 8.4. Other Mathematical Programming Models
  • 8.4.1. Multi-Objective Programming Models
  • 8.4.2. Stochastic Programming Models
  • 8.4.3. Non-Linear Programming Models
  • 8.5. Sample Application
  • 8.6. Model Integration
  • 8.7. Summary
  • References
  • 9. Simulation Modeling Approaches
  • 9.1. Introduction
  • 9.2. Background
  • 9.3. Overview of Existing Simulation Models
  • 9.4. Development of Supply Chain Configuration Simulation Models
  • 9.4.1. Approach
  • 9.4.2. Representation of Supply Chain Entities
  • 9.4.3. Model Generation
  • 9.4.4. Sample Simulation Results
  • 9.5. Summary
  • References
  • 10. Hybrid Approaches
  • 10.1. Introduction
  • 10.2. Background
  • 10.3. Hybrid Modeling For Supply Chain Configuration
  • 10.3.1. General Approach
  • 10.3.2. Types of Hybrid Models
  • 10.4. Sample Hybrid Models
  • 10.4.1. Sequential Hybrid Modeling
  • 10.4.2. Simultaneous Hybrid Modeling
  • 10.4.3. Meta-Model Based Feedback
  • 10.5. Summary
  • References
  • 11. Information Technology Support for Configuration Problem Solving
  • 11.1. Introduction
  • 11.2. Information Technology for Supply Chain Configuration
  • 11.3. Analytical Systems
  • 11.3.1. Standalone Packages
  • 11.3.2. Data Warehouses
  • 11.3.3. Advanced Planning Systems
  • 11.3.4. Integrated Decision-Making Environments
  • 11.4. Supply Chain Management Information Systems
  • 11.4.1. Usage
  • 11.4.2. Architecture
  • 11.4.3. Integration Technologies
  • 11.5. Prototype of a Decision-Modeling System
  • 11.6. Summary
  • References
  • Part III. Applications
  • 12. Review of Applied Studies
  • 12.1. Introduction
  • 12.2. Review of Extended Studies
  • 12.3. Review of Other Applied Studies
  • 12.4. Summary
  • References
  • 13. Applications in Automotive Industry
  • 13.1. Introduction
  • 13.2. Review of Problem Area
  • 13.2.1. Automotive Supply Chain: Trends, Issues and Opportunities
  • 13.2.2. Literature Review
  • 13.3. Information Modeling Case
  • 13.3.1. Case Description
  • 13.3.2. Data Models
  • 13.3.3. Generated Simulation Model
  • 13.4. Stochastic Optimization Case
  • 13.4.1. Business Objectives
  • 13.4.2. System
  • 13.4.3. Model
  • 13.4.4. Results
  • 13.5. Summary
  • References
  • Appendix
  • 14. Application in Retail: Locating a Distribution Center
  • 14.1. Introduction
  • 14.2. Retail Supply Chain
  • 14.3. Supply Chain Reconfiguration and Facility Location
  • 14.3.1. Facility Location Techniques
  • 14.4. Supply Chain Simulators
  • 14.4.1. Overview
  • 14.4.2. Modeling Process
  • 14.4.3. Supply Chain Simulation Tool Lord
  • 14.5. Case Study: Locating a Distribution Center
  • 14.5.1. Current Supply Chain
  • 14.5.2. Problem Definition
  • 14.5.3. Evaluation of Alternatives
  • 14.6. Summary
  • References
  • 15. Future Research Directions in Supply Chain Configuration Problem
  • 15.1. Introduction
  • 15.2. Trends and Opportunities in Supply Chain Configuration
  • 15.3. An Agenda for Future Research in Supply Chain Configuration
  • References
  • Index

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