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Normative agent-based simulation for supply chain planning

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  • L Ferreira

    (Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte)

  • D Borenstein

    (Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul)

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This paper presents an agent-based simulation framework for supply chain (SC) planning, introducing the notion of normative agent. The analysis of the relevant literature shows that most research works carried out in this area aim to handle specific problems and contexts. Although some methodologies and more generic solutions have been proposed, they are not able to cope with SCs in which regulation plays an important role, whether issued by a government agent or by an international institution. Several SCs, such as in the energy, food, chemical, and forestry areas, are highly regulated. Explicitly modelling the actors involved in the regulation of SCs using normative agents allowed us to evaluate the potential benefits of alternative strategies for planning of regulated SCs. The modelling of a biodiesel SC is presented as a case study.

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  • L Ferreira & D Borenstein, 2011. "Normative agent-based simulation for supply chain planning," Journal of the Operational Research Society, Palgrave Macmillan;The OR Society, vol. 62(3), pages 501-514, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:pal:jorsoc:v:62:y:2011:i:3:d:10.1057_jors.2010.144
    DOI: 10.1057/jors.2010.144
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