Development of Metrics and a Complexity Scale for the Topology of Assembly Supply Chains

Entropy

Vladimir Modrak¹ 

关键词: structural complexity;    numerical combination;    vertex degree;    class;    networks;   

DOI  :  10.3390/e15104285

来源: mdpi

【 摘 要 】

In this paper, we present a methodological framework for conceptual modeling of assembly supply chain (ASC) networks. Models of such ASC networks are divided into classes on the basis of the numbers of initial suppliers. We provide a brief overview of select literature on the topic of structural complexity in assembly systems. Subsequently, the so called Vertex degree index for measuring a structural complexity of ASC networks is applied. This measure, which is based on the Shannon entropy, is well suited for the given purpose. Finally, we outline a generic model of quantitative complexity scale for ASC Networks.

【 授权许可】

CC BY   
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