Multidimensional evaluation of value added networks

The configuration of Value Added Networks consisting of globally distributed locations of a company and its partners and suppliers is a long-term decision and therefore subject to high dynamics and uncertainties. Furthermore the evaluation of different network configurations has to be done with respect to the underlying multidimensional target systems. This paper describes an integrated concept for the evaluation of network configurations using a discrete-event simulation tool with an integrated Monte-Carlo-Simulation to include dynamics and uncertainty and the PROMETHEE approach for the consideration of multidimensional target systems. The concept leads to robust network designs, which are adjusted to the companies needs.