Abstract
This article presents analysis of the behaviour of a model of a centralised supply chain. The research was conducted within the manufacturing sector and involved the breathing equipment manufacturer Draeger Safety, UK. A simplified model of the Draeger Safety, UK centralised supply chain has been developed and validated. Simulation and analysis have been performed using System Dynamics, non-linear dynamics and control theory. The findings suggest that destructive oscillations of inventory could be generated by internal decision making practices. A management microworld has been developed allowing managers to experiment with different decision policies and learn how the supply chain performs.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 34-54 |
Journal | International Journal of Information Systems and Supply Chain Management |
Volume | 2 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2008 |