Abstract
A summary of the important issues arising in supply chain research is presented. A review of the various mathematical methods used to model and analyse supply chains is then undertaken. They are categorized as: continuous time differential equation models, discrete time difference equation models, discrete event simulation models and operational research techniques. Each method is then appraised from a system dynamics perspective. To conclude, a judgement is made on whether the merits of operational research techniques justify their predominance in industry over the other methods presented here.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 969-976 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | International Journal of Systems Science |
Volume | 31 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Aug 2000 |
Externally published | Yes |