Reducing bullwhip effect using delayed generalized predictive control (DGPC)

Abstract

In supplv chains, the phenomenon of bullwhip effect (the variance amplification of order quantifies observed in supply chain) has received a considerable attention by both theorefical researchers and practioners as it leads to tremendous losses and poor custonier services. This paper introduces a new control engineering technique called delayed generalized predictive control (DGPC) inethod proposed by one of authors in control of the gas turbine engine. The proposed inethod can reduce bullwhip effect. This would help the decision makers insupply chains to reduce the negative consequences of the bullivhip effect.