Based Approximation for Series Inventory Systems by Professor Sean Zhou The author studies inventory management of an infinite-horizon, series system with multiple stages. Random demand with unknown distribution occurs at the most downstream stage. Each stage incurs inventory holding cost while the most downstream stage also incurs demand backlogging cost when it experiences inventory shortage. …
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Sep 17
ISIR’s Early Career Researchers’ Webinar
Navigating the Funding Landscape: Essential Tips for ECRs Securing research funding is a key milestone in the early stages of an academic career. In this panel discussion, three experienced scholars will share their experiences and offer valuable insights into navigating both public and private funding opportunities. An excellent opportunity for early-career researchers to gain guidance …
Jan 10
Join us in a vibrant academic experience in Eindhoven!
Making an Impact: Practice-Driven Inventory Management 📢 Abstract submission deadline: March 10, 2025 The next ISIR Summer School will be hosted by the Operations, Planning, Accounting, and Control group at Eindhoven University of Technology in Europe’s high-tech manufacturing hub. PhD students, their supervisors, and senior faculty members will engage in a vibrant academic experience featuring …
Oct 29
IMAMAN (OUP) new issue and ‘Insights from Thought Leaders” piece from Sridhar Seshadri and Sripad Devalkar
Issue 4 of 2024 of the IMA Journal of Management Mathematics (IMAMAN) was published in early October. We are delighted to announce the new Insights from Thought Leaders opening article of this new issue. The article is contributed by Sridhar Seshadri and Sripad Devalkar who present their mathematical analysis of dual sourcing systems to manage flexibility in …
Oct 29
Management Mathematics in the Age of AI
We are delighted to announce the new webinar of IMA Journal of Management Mathematics (IMAMAN) on Management Mathematics in the Age of AI. Join us for a terrific event with presentations by: Ton de Kok (CWI, Netherlands), Joren Gijsbrechts (Esade Business School, Spain), William T. Jamieson (P&G, Cincinnati), and Torkel Andreas Haufmann (SINTEF, Norway). The webinar will …
Oct 17
5th IMA and OR Society Conference on Mathematics of Operational Research – IMA
Dear colleagues We are delighted to invite you to the 5th biennial joint conference of the Institute of Mathematics and Its Applications (IMA) and the UK Operational Research Society, which will take place in Birmingham from the 30th of April to the 2nd of May 2025. 5th IMA and OR Society Conference on Mathematics of …
Oct 17
Supply Chain Forecasting: A Special Issue in Memory of Professor John E. Boylan, 1959-2023
International Journal of Production Research Dear colleagues, We are pleased to invite you to contribute to a special issue of the International Journal of Production Research entitled “Supply Chain Forecasting: A Special Issue in Memory of Professor John E. Boylan, 1959-2023” (Submission deadline: 25 December 2024). Please find below the details regarding this special issue. Description …
Jun 21
IMA Journal of Management Mathematics, Issue 3, 2024
IMAMAN (OUP) new issue and ‘Insights from Thought Leaders” piece from James Kahn Issue 3 of 2024Â of the IMA Journal of Management Mathematics (IMAMAN) was published in mid June. I am very proud to announce the new Insights from Thought Leaders opening article of this new issue. The article is contributed by James Kahn who …