Research on Planning Model of Logistics Nodes in Strategic Supply Chain Based on Complex Network Theory

This paper builds up the planning model of logistics nodes for strategic supply chain by applying the theory of complex network. A practical mathematical modeling framework has been further suggested, which is expected to focus on some significant aspects of network design problems, including the relocation of existing nodes through capacity transfers to new locations, integration of inventory, transportation and supply decisions, the availability of a given budget for investments in node location and relocation, and the generic structure of the supply chain network - while so far little attention has been received in the existing literatures. In this respect, this paper also analyzed capacity expansion and reduction scenarios as well as modular capacity shifts, which can be easily incorporated into the planning model of logistics nodes for strategic supply chain discussed here. This research aims to be of importance for future research on the planning of strategic supply chain.