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Reverse logistics and closed-loop supply chain: A comprehensive review to explore the future

A possibilistic programming approach for closed-loop supply chain network design under uncertainty

Environmental supply chain network design using multi-objective fuzzy mathematical programming

A new multi-objective stochastic model for a forward/reverse logistic network design with responsiveness and quality level

A stochastic optimization model for integrated forward/reverse logistics network design

A stochastic model for forward-reverse logistics network design under risk

A Genetic Algorithm for solving two-sided assembly line balancing problems

Scheduling and sequencing in four machines robotic cell: Application of genetic algorithm and enumeration techniques

The purpose of this paper is to develop a decision tool that enables supply chain (SC) architects to design resilient SC networks (SCNs). Two resilience design determinants are considered: SC density and node criticality. The effect of considering these determinants on network structures is highlighted based on the ability to resist disruptions and how SC performance is affected.,A mixed-integer non-linear programming model is proposed as a proactive strategy to develop resilient structures; design determinants are formulated and considered as constraints. An upper limit is set for each determinant, and resistance capacity and performance of the developed structures are evaluated. These upper limits are then changed until SC performance stabilizes in case of no disruption.,Resilient SCN structures are achieved at relatively low design determinants levels on the expense of profit and without experiencing shortage in case of no disruption. This reduction in profit can be minimized on setting counter values for the two determinants; relatively higher SC density with lower node criticality or vice versa. At very low SC density levels, the design model will reduce the number of open facilities largely leading to only one facility open at each echelon; therefore, shortage occurs and vulnerability to disruption increases. On the other hand, at high determinants levels, SC vulnerability also increases as a result of having more geographically clustered structures with higher inbound and outbound flows for each facility.,In this paper, a novel proactive decision tool is adopted to design resilient SCNs. Previous literature used metrics for SC density and node criticality to assess resilience; in this research, determinants are incorporated directly as constraints in the design model. Results give insight to SC architects on how to set determinant values to reach resilient structures with minimum performance loss in case of no disruption.

Incorporating resilience determinants in supply chain network design model

Supply Chain Management involves the flows of materials and information among all of the firms that contribute value to a product, from the source of raw materials to end customers. Reverse logistics is a new and emerging area, and as such, only a limited amount of information has been published to date. It is the process of planning, implementing, and controlling efficiently, cost effective flow of raw materials, in-process inventory, finished goods and related information for the purpose of recapturing value or proper disposal. Reverse logistics may also include processing returned merchandise due to damage, seasonal inventory, restock, recalls, excess inventory, recycling programs, hazardous material programs, obsolete equipment disposition, and asset recovery. The objective of this book is to present a develop design model for multi-period multi-echelon forward-reverse logistics networks under risk. The model is formulated in a stochastic mixed integer linear programming (SMILP) decision-making form as a multi-stage stochastic program.

Nahid Afia

Papers

A stochastic model for forward-reverse logistics network design under risk

A Genetic Algorithm for solving two-sided assembly line balancing problems

Scheduling and sequencing in four machines robotic cell: Application of genetic algorithm and enumeration techniques

Incorporating resilience determinants in supply chain network design model

Forward-Reverse Logistics Network Design