A key decision in design of a supply chain is the configuration of the network. In this study,
supply chain network design problem is investigated and an efficient solution approach is …

The configuration of the supply chain network has a strong influence on the overall
performance of the supply chain. A well designed supply chain network provides a proper …

This paper considers a single-sourcing network design problem for a three-level supply
chain consisting of suppliers, distribution centers (DC's) and retailers, where risk-pooling …

Integrated e-supply chains are distributed manufacturing systems composed of various
resources belonging to different companies and integrated with streamlined material …

Supply-chain network design is a complex task because there are many decisions involved,
and presently, global networks involve many actors and variables, for example, in the …

Integrated production-distribution (PD) planning reduces costs, enhances the efficiency of
the supply chain, and reduces additional proceedings because of its integrated parts and …

Designing distribution networks–as one of the most important strategic issues in supply
chain management–has become the focus of research attention in recent years. This paper …

In this study, the integrated forward/reverse logistics network is investigated, and a
capacitated multi-stage logistics network design is proposed by formulating a generalized …

This article investigates how to simultaneously optimize both strategic and tactical decisions
in the supply chain network design. For this purpose, a bi-level programming model is …

This paper addresses a new problem in designing and planning a multi-echelon and multi-
product supply chain network over a multi-period horizon in which customer zones have …