Vol. 23 No. 1 (2020)
Original Research Article

Multi-channel supply chain optimisation in cyber-physical environment under quantity discounts

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  • Ágota Bányai,
  • Dmitry Efimenko,
  • Illés Béla,
  • Peter Tamás,
  • Tamás Bányai
Ágota Bányai University of Miskolc, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Informatics, Institute of Logistics, 3515 Miskolc, Hungary
Dmitry Efimenko Logistics and Transportation Problems, Moscow Automobile and Road Construction State Technical University
Illés Béla University of Miskolc, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Informatics, Institute of Logistics, 3515 Miskolc, Hungary
Peter Tamás University of Miskolc, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Informatics, Institute of Logistics, 3515 Miskolc, Hungary
Tamás Bányai University of Miskolc, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Informatics, Institute of Logistics, 3515 Miskolc, Hungary

Published 2020-06-30

Keywords

  • logistics,
  • multi-channel supply chain,
  • nonlinear regression,
  • purchasing

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Abstract

The procurement, manufacturing, distribution, and recycling processes within the circular economy have undergone significant changes. The increasing complexity of these processes has necessitated the application of new models, methods, tools, and technologies. Multi- and omni-channel purchasing and distribution solutions have introduced new challenges for researchers, prompting the exploration of novel models and algorithms to support the optimal design and operation of these processes. In this article, the authors present a mathematical model of a multi-channel supply chain solution within a cyber-physical environment, where the purchasing processes involving suppliers and customers are integrated within a supply chain cloud. Numerical analysis is conducted to validate the described model.

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