Many enterprises that participate in dynamic markets need to make product pricing and inventory resource utilization decisions in real-time. We describe a family of statistical models that address these needs by combining characterization of the economic environment with the ability to predict...

We present a computational approach that autonomous software agents can adopt to make tactical decisions, such as product pricing, and strategic decisions, such as product mix and production planning, to maximize profit in markets with supply and demand uncertainties. Using a combination of...

As we move into the 21st century, there is little doubt that the Internet will increasingly play a greater role in our lives. With the cost of computer hardware and software falling and with governments moving towards the provision of infrastructure to enable their citizens to enjoy the wonders...

This study aims at identifying the tools used in e-commerce, able to optimize marketing campaigns. Managerial and marketing processes have been identified in the relevant body of knowledge that can be optimized using artificial intelligence; thus, a questionnaire has been designed within a...

People are increasingly dependent on technology. On the other hand, companies' large-scale investments to establish an ongoing loyalty with technology platforms and ecosystems show negative results. This is due to lower trust, concerns about risk, and increasing issues of privacy. Despite the...

Purpose: The management of B2B supply chains that involve many stakeholders re-quires traceability processes. Those processes need to be secured. Furthermore, quality traceability data has to be transparently shared among the stakeholders. In order to improve the traceability process, we propose...

Purpose: While e-commerce in general has been growing rapidly for years, food e-commerce is lagging behind in Germany. The common approach of using traditional logistics systems and fulfilment concepts does not lead to long-term success. Con-sidering this problem, success factors are needed as a...