Understanding the dynamics of the blood supply chain: is demand prediction possible?
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2006-09-01T00:00:00Z
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Richard Wilding, Rob Hick, Judith Chapman, Understanding the dynamics of the
blood supply chain: is demand prediction possible? Proceedings of XXlXth
International Congress of the International Society of Blood Transfusion, 2 - 7
September 2006 Cape Town, South Africa.
Abstract
Since the late 1950’s it has been recognised that systems used internally within supply chains can cause oscillations in demand and inventory as requirements pass through the system. The uncertainty generated by these oscillations can result in shortages and excesses and an increased reliance on inventory to buffer these effects. Greater understanding of the generation of uncertainty within the supply chain can result in improved managemen