Optimization Modeling in Acquisitions: A Case Study from the Motor Carrier Industry.

Autor: Bhadury, Joyendu, Khurana, S., Peng, H.S., Zong, Helen
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Zdroj: Journal of Supply Chain Management; Nov2006, Vol. 42 Issue 4, p41-54, 14p, 2 Diagrams, 9 Charts, 5 Graphs
Abstrakt: This paper develops a comprehensive methodology to optimize the planning of acquiring motor carriers in transportation companies. A conceptual framework describing the nature of the asset acquisition planning problem is posited, followed by the detailed development of a network flows–based optimization model. A study is undertaken at a Canadian transportation company that examines current acquisition planning for heavy trucking equipment. This is followed by a discussion of findings, managerial implications and directions for future research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Databáze: Complementary Index