Inventory Rationing : A New Modeling Approach Using Markov Chain Theory

1 Introduction -- I Foundations of Stochastic Inventory Control -- 2 Basic Inventory Management -- 3 Stochastic Inventory Control -- II Essential Stochastic Processes -- 4 Markov Chains -- 5 Numerical Solution of Markov Chains -- 6 Comparing Stochastic Processes -- III Stochastic Inventory Control with Customer Segmentation -- 7 Introduction to Inventory Rationing -- 8 Modeling Approach -- 9 Prioritization by Penalty Costs -- 10 Prioritization by Service Levels -- 11 Dynamic Rationing Policies -- 12 Conclusion and Critical Review -- Bibliography