The logistics center concept has been discussed in the literature for over four decades. Logistics centers simplify the logistics network and have many advantages, such as lower transportation costs, an economy of scale, and integrated service capabilities. We propose a spatial multi-criteria...

The ambiguous sets have recently been proposed to represent inherent uncertainties, imprecision, and vague information. In this study, we generalize the concept of the ambiguous set to a single-valued ambiguous number (SVAN). We propose many comparison functions and operational laws for SVANs....

Robust and resilient agri-food supply chain management (AFSCM) is paramount to agribusinesses, given the many challenges and risks that this increased demand will bring in the coming decades. Interruptions caused by various risks to this crucial supply chain network, particularly in emerging...

Green practices are no longer a wish but a must in business. Despite that, businesses interested in implementing green supply-chain practices encounter several barriers. This study aims to analyze the barriers and solution proposals related to green supply chain practices in the manufacturing...

Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) has emerged as a paramount issue in modern business organizations striving to become environmentally sustainable. Suppliers are pivotal in building a green supply chain. Green supplier selection (GSS) is a complex task involving several steps, from evaluation...

The research on multi-period optimization using modified interactive multi-objective fuzzy programming for product complaints in pharmaceutical supply chains is new and evolving. This study proposes and develops an integrated multi-period, multi-objective medicine supply chain model in...

Public health agencies and medical organizations have increased their relentless efforts to control the outbreaks of mosquitoes causing West Nile disease epidemics with the re-emergence of deadly disease in the United States. Such measures include a large-scale spray operation of insecticides...

Several digital technologies are available to facilitate the transition toward a circular supply chain infrastructure. Small-Medium Enterprises (SMEs) should assess their readiness and measure their performance to select the most appropriate digital technology. This study explores how...

Companies adopt a customer-centric approach to maintain their competitive position or dominate the market. In this context, managers are pivotal in navigating the competitive markets in accomplishing these goals. Setting targets and conducting performance evaluations are vital for managers'...

Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA), Multi-criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA), and Cluster Analysis (CA) are techniques widely used to help decision-makers determine the solution to problems with multiple and often conflicting criteria. This study presents a comprehensive review of the literature on...