Title :
Multi-distribution center inventory demand forecast model in regional logistics network
Author :
Huang, Xi ; Xiong, Hui ; Zou, An-Quan ; Li, Hai-Tao
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Bus. Adm., Changsha Univ., Changsha, China
Abstract :
This article is conducting a study on the demand forecast from the distribution network system composed of m-distribution centers and n-retailers. We analyze the characteristics of the regional logistics network. Use the Dijkstra shortest path algorithm and gain the shortest path distribution, based on which the inventory demand forecasting model which can obtain the total demand of each distribution center is established. Finally, an example is given to show that the model is correct and feasible.
Keywords :
forecasting theory; goods distribution; graph theory; inventory management; logistics; Dijkstra shortest path algorithm; demand forecast model; m-distribution center; multidistribution center inventory; n-retailer; regional logistics network; shortest path distribution; Algorithm design and analysis; Biological system modeling; Dijkstra algorithm; demand forecast; distribution center; regional logistics network;
Conference_Titel :
Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IE&EM), 2010 IEEE 17Th International Conference on
Conference_Location :
Xiamen
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-6483-8
DOI :
10.1109/ICIEEM.2010.5646008
