Problem definition: We study firms' reliability and extended warranty (EW) pricing decisions in different supply chain structures. We also consider the product reliability information may or may not be observable by the consumers. Academic/Practical Relevance: This paper contributes to the...

Ride-hailing platforms such as Uber and Didi are concerned about supply-demand imbalance, as during peak periods, demand from passengers far exceeds supply from drivers, whereas during off-peak periods, the supply of drivers is plenty but the passenger demand can be weak. Although surge pricing...