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This book highlights recent advances in the development of effective modeling and solution approaches to enhance the performance of military logistics. It seeks to further research in global defense-related topics, including military operations, governmental operations and security, as well as nation support. Additionally its purpose is to promote the global exchange of information and ideas amongst developers and users of military operations research tools and techniques.Over the course of its nine chapters, this edited volume addresses significant issues in military logistics including: a) Restructuring processes via OR methods aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the military logistics, b) Sense-and-Respond logistics prediction and coordination techniques that provide competitive advantage, spanning the full range of military operations across the strategic, operational and tactical levels of war, c) Procurement and auctioning, d) Inventory and stock control theories and applications, e) Military transport and logistical equipment, and, f) Maintenance, repair and overhaul on operational capability in general and equipment availability.The book aims to bridge the gap between the abundant literature on commercial logistics and its scarce defense combat counterpart. This collection of useful insights into new trends and research will offer an ideal reference for practitioners and army related personnel interested in integrating scientific rigor to improve logistics management within defense organizations agencies. Ultimately this book should provide a relevant platform for the latest contributions of operations management, operations research, and computational intelligence towards the enhancement of military logistics. Dr. Vasileios Zeimpekisis lecturing at the Department of Financial Management Engineering at the University of the Aegean and is Deputy Director of the DeOPSyS lab situated at the same University. Vasileios is also lecturing at the Hellenic Open University and is member of the BoD of the Greek Logistics Association. His research interests focus on Supply Chain Management with emphasis on Sustainable Transport Emerging Technologies. He has published 4 edited volumes in the management of Supply Chains and more than 60 papers and studies in academic journals and conferences. During the last decade he has participated in more than 20 research projects and more than 50 industrial projects. Vasileios acts also as an instructor in executive seminars and workshops in public organizations and private firms. He has been appointed as scientific associate in the Hellenic Ministry of Development, as well as in the Hellenic Ministry of Infrastructure, Transport Networks. He is also a reviewer at the Hellenic General Secretariat of Research Development, as well as at the European Union. Dr. Zeimpekis holds a BEng(Hons) in Telecommunication Engineering from the University of Essex (UK), an MSc in Mobile Satellite Communications from the University of Surrey (UK) and an MSc in Engineering Business Management from the University of Warwick (UK). He earned his PhD from the Department of Management Science and Technology at the Athens University of Economics and Business (Greece). Dr. Zeimpekis is member of the Technical Chamber of Greece, of the Economic Chamber of Greece, and of the European Technical Chamber (FEANI).Dr. George Kaimakamisholds a position of Assistant Professor in Hellenic Army Academy. His research interests' focus on Military Operations Research, Optimization, Application of Mathematics in Combat Models, Geometry. He has published more than 30 papers and studies in academic journals and conferences. He is member of the Editorial Board of Journal of Computations and Modeling. Dr. Kaimakamis holds a Bachelor in Mathematics from the University of Patras (Greece), an MSc in Mathematics from the University of Patras (Greece), and an MSc in Applied Financial Economics from Athens University of Economics and Business- AUEB (Greece). He earned his PhD from the Department of Mathematics from University of Patras (Greece). Dr. Kaimakamis is member of the Hellenic Mathematical Society and Hellenic Operational Research Society.Prof. Nicholas J. Darasis a Professor in Hellenic Army Academy. His research interests' focus on Operational Research, Military Operations Research, Optimization, Application of Mathematics in Combat Models. He has published more than 35 papers and studies in academic journals and conferences. He has published 1 edited volume entitled: Applications of Mathematics and Informatics in Military Science and Cryptography and its Applications in the Armed Forces (from Springer). Prof. Daras holds a Bachelor in in Mathematics, Department of Mathematics, University of Athens and Diplôme d'etudes Approfondies (D.E.A.), Département des Mathématiques, Université des Sciences et Techniques de Lille Flandres-Artois, Lille. He earned his PhD from the Département des Mathématiques, Université des Sciences et Techniques de Lille Flandres-Artois, Lille (Supervisors: C. Brezinski, G. Cœuré). Prof. Daras is member of the Hellenic Mathematical Society, Hellenic Operational Research Society.

PurposeThe paper examines the circumstances of success in telematic use and strategic effects resulting from the implementation and use of such technologies from SMEs in the Greek Market.Design/methodology/approachThe analysis is based on a three‐phased triangulated research methodology; that is literature review, interviews from 15 logistics directors and a questionnaire survey of 73 logistics SMEs in Greece.FindingsThe basic finding that has been derived from both phases 2 and 3 (survey and interviews) is that although the penetration of telematics is still low in Greece, logistics operators understand the importance of mobile services and they already know which they plan to their customers.Research limitations/implicationsAn inherent limitation of this survey is the fact that it address, like all surveys, the requirements of its respondents only, without taking into account.Originality/valueThis paper explores customer perceptions and requirements for the implementation of mobile real‐time support services for city logistics. The requirements, elicited by the results of the survey, are used to propose a systemic representation of a real‐time vehicle management mechanism for urban transportation.

This volume highlights advances in the development of effective modeling and solution approaches to enhance the performance of humanitarian relief logistics. It covers preparedness, post-disaster response and supporting technologies in information systems.

This edited volume highlights recent research advances in humanitarian relief logistics. The contributed chapters span the spectrum of key issues and activities from preparedness to mitigation operations (response), planning and execution. The volume also presents state-of-the-art methods and systems through current case studies. Significant issues in planning and execution of humanitarian relief logistics discussed in this volume include the following: -¡Approaches that tackle realistic relief distribution networks. In addition to large-scale computing issues, heuristics may handle the complexity and particularities of humanitarian supply chains -¡Methods that integrate real-time information while effectively coping with time pressure and uncertainty, both of which are inherent to a disaster scene - Judicious recourse strategies that allow a quick and effective restoration of pre-planned solutions whenever an unpredictable event occurs - Coordination of multiple parties that are often involved in managing a disaster, including NGOs, local, state and federal agencies. This volume provides robust evidence that research in humanitarian logistics may lead to substantial improvements in effectiveness and efficiency of disaster relief operations. This is quite encouraging, since the unique characteristics of disaster scenes provide significant opportunities for researchers to investigate novel approaches contributing to logistics research¡ while offering a significant service to society.

This book presents the latest technologies and operational methods available to support sustainable freight transport practices. It highlights market requirements, cutting edge applications, and case studies from innovators in the logistics services industry. The goal is to help bridge the gap between advanced computational techniques and complex applied problems such as those in sustainable transport and logistics operations. Freight transport has traditionally focused on costs and service levels. However, it is no longer possible or socially responsible to neglect the environmental, social, climate, and energy implications of the freight moving globally. This book places sustainability at the forefront of the freight transport agenda. Sustainable Freight Transport: Theory, Models and Case Studies is divided into four sections. Section I includes chapters that focus on green freight transport policies and existing frameworks and issues. Section II is devoted to using modelling techniques and optimization for achieving sustainable freight transport, while Section III examines vehicle technologies and information systems that help achieve more sustainable transport operations both locally and globally. The final section focuses on the market requirements and presents case studies from key logistics service providers in achieving sustainable freight transport including intermodal transport applications. The contributions come from authors from different areas, backgrounds, and countries to offer a global perspective.