Lamsali, Hendrik (2012) A mixed integer non-linear programming model for optimizing the collection methods of returned products. In: 2011 Ninth International Conference on ICT and Knowledge Engineering, 12-13 Jan. 2012, Bangkok.

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Abstract

This paper studies the problem manufacturers facing to determine the collection methods for used product at the end of its life. Three collection methods that are practically applicable are studied namely pick-up, drop-off and mail return. This paper investigates the problem of assigning collection methods to collect returned products from customer zones that can maximize manufacturer's profit. A mixed integer non-linear programming model integrating the three collection methods is proposed to tackle the problem. The model is then tested using some problem instances and the results are promising. The potential and benefits of the proposed model are also highlighted.

Item Type:	Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
Additional Information:	Print ISBN: 978-1-4577-2161-8
Uncontrolled Keywords:	reverse logistics, collection methods, mixed integer non-linear programming
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28 Management. Industrial Management
Divisions:	School of Technology Management & Logistics
Depositing User:	Prof. Madya Dr. Hendrik Lamsali
Date Deposited:	12 Jun 2016 02:54
Last Modified:	12 Jun 2016 02:54
URI:	https://repo.uum.edu.my/id/eprint/18072

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