Performance of deep reinforcement learning algorithms in two-echelon inventory control systems

F Stranieri, F Stella, C Kouki - International Journal of Production …, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
This study conducts a comprehensive analysis of deep reinforcement learning (DRL)
algorithms applied to supply chain inventory management (SCIM), which consists of a …

A deep reinforcement learning approach to supply chain inventory management

F Stranieri, F Stella - arXiv preprint arXiv:2204.09603, 2022 - arxiv.org
This paper leverages recent developments in reinforcement learning and deep learning to
solve the supply chain inventory management (SCIM) problem, a complex sequential …

Multi-echelon inventory optimization using deep reinforcement learning

K Geevers, L van Hezewijk, MRK Mes - Central European Journal of …, 2023 - Springer
This paper studies the applicability of a deep reinforcement learning approach to three
different multi-echelon inventory systems, with the objective of minimizing the holding and …

[HTML][HTML] Deep reinforcement learning for one-warehouse multi-retailer inventory management

I Kaynov, M van Knippenberg, V Menkovski… - International Journal of …, 2024 - Elsevier
Abstract The One-Warehouse Multi-Retailer (OWMR) system is the prototypical distribution
and inventory system. Many OWMR variants exist, eg demand in excess of supply may be …

[HTML][HTML] Combining deep reinforcement learning and multi-stage stochastic programming to address the supply chain inventory management problem

F Stranieri, E Fadda, F Stella - International Journal of Production …, 2024 - Elsevier
We introduce a novel heuristic designed to address the supply chain inventory management
problem in the context of a two-echelon divergent supply chain. The proposed heuristic …

Can deep reinforcement learning improve inventory management? performance on lost sales, dual-sourcing, and multi-echelon problems

J Gijsbrechts, RN Boute… - Manufacturing & …, 2022 - pubsonline.informs.org
Problem definition: Is deep reinforcement learning (DRL) effective at solving inventory
problems? Academic/practical relevance: Given that DRL has successfully been applied in …

[HTML][HTML] Deep reinforcement learning for inventory control: A roadmap

RN Boute, J Gijsbrechts, W Van Jaarsveld… - European Journal of …, 2022 - Elsevier
Deep reinforcement learning (DRL) has shown great potential for sequential decision-
making, including early developments in inventory control. Yet, the abundance of choices …

Deep controlled learning for inventory control

T Temizöz, C Imdahl, R Dijkman… - arXiv preprint arXiv …, 2020 - arxiv.org
Problem Definition: Are traditional deep reinforcement learning (DRL) algorithms, developed
for a broad range of purposes including game-play and robotics, the most suitable machine …

Scalable multi-product inventory control with lead time constraints using reinforcement learning

H Meisheri, NN Sultana, M Baranwal, V Baniwal… - Neural Computing and …, 2022 - Springer
Determining optimum inventory replenishment decisions are critical for retail businesses
with uncertain demand. The problem becomes particularly challenging when multiple …

An application of deep reinforcement learning and vendor-managed inventory in perishable supply chain management

N Mohamadi, STA Niaki, M Taher… - Engineering Applications of …, 2024 - Elsevier
This article delves into the challenging supply chain management domain, explicitly
addressing the intricate issue of perishable inventory allocation within a two-echelon supply …