...Ross Taylor; Masoud Fakhimi; Athina Ioannou; Konstantina Spanaki Purpose This study proposes an integrated Machine Learning and simulated framework for a personalized learning system. This framework aims to improve the integrity of the provided tasks, adapt to each student individually...

..., the authors constructed a large supply chain network consisting of close to 160,000 dyadic connections. The authors used various network centrality and clustering algorithms to measure the influence of each firm across the supply chain structure. Furthermore, the authors ran a scenario to simulate...

.../methodology/approach This research proposes an integrated Fuzzy analytical hierarchy process (FAHP), multi-objective linear programming (MOLP), and simulation approach. Initially, FAHP is used to select the essential objectives a firm desires to achieve. Adopting the MOLP, an APP is formulated for the firm...

... as a multistage supply chain consisting of storage depots, issue centers, fair price shops and card holders. Design/methodology/approach A two-stage modeling approach is used to model the distribution stage in the PDS. In the first stage, the authors developed a simulation model for periodic review-based...

...Maqsood Ahmad Sandhu; Petri Helo; Yohanes Kristianto Purpose The aim of this paper is to propose a simulation study of the “steel supply chain” to demonstrate the effect of inventory management and demand variety on the bullwhip effect mitigation. Design/methodology/approach The relevant...

... to assessing partner viability. It also identifies two important dimensions that are specific to an outsourcing relationship. Finally, the paper outlines a conceptual framework that takes these dimensions into account through a process of benchmarking using role simulations that could be used as a generic tool...

...Peter Dawkins; Simon Feeny; Mark N. Harris Purpose The aim of the paper is to provide a framework for benchmarking firm performance (profitability) using panel data. Further, to illustrate how the estimation results can be used for simulation (what if?) exercises. Design/methodology/approach...

...Jean‐Luc Maire A process of benchmarking implies the use of a model of representation and evaluation of the performance allowing a comparison between firms, and from which a simulation of the effects of the potential actions for each one of these companies can then be carried out. The model that we...