Using the newsvendor framework, we present an approach to determine an order quantity, which is relevant for the observed ordering behavior of an inventory manager. Whereas in literature just one constraint has been used, we suggest two conflicting constraints. The service constraint specified...

We extend the dual sourcing model based on the newsvendor framework by considering the environmental impact of transport. In our context, dual sourcing means that a company, e.g. a retailer, uses an offshore and an onshore supplier. We include environmental regulations for transport in the...