Perfonnance analysis of distributed distribution system under normally-distributed transportation leadtimes
分布式配送系统在运输时间正态分布条件下的性能分析

A mathematical programming model is put forward for a simple distributed distribution system with normally-distributed transportation leadtimes. The model is intended to minimize the holding cost at the merge-center and to ensure timely delivery. After the properties of the model is described, an efficient algorithm is given to determine the optimal delivery times. The application of the model to the order management is also discussed.