Inventory modelling for complex emergencies in humanitarian relief operations
- 1 March 2006
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in International Journal of Logistics Research and Applications
- Vol. 9 (1), 1-18
- https://doi.org/10.1080/13675560500453667
Abstract
The increasing complexity and magnitude of global emergency relief operations create a critical need for effective and efficient humanitarian supply chain management processes. The irregular demand patterns and unusual constraints inherent in large-scale emergencies present unique challenges to physical supply systems. Indeed, the logistical needs of non-governmental organisations frequently surpass the capabilities of current emergency response approaches. There is only a limited body of research in humanitarian supply chain management, particularly in the area of inventory control. In this research, this limitation is addressed by developing a stochastic inventory control model that determines optimal order quantities and reorder points for a long-term emergency relief response.Keywords
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