We study the assortment optimization problem in an online setting where a retailer uses multiple distribution centers to fulfill customer orders. Due to space, handling or other constraints, each distribution center can carry up to a pre-specified number of products. It is assumed that each...

In this study, we consider the assortment planning problem of a manufacturing firm with multiple plants (locations). Making a plant capable of producing a product is costly, therefore the firm cannot manufacture every product in every plant. In case a customer's order in a particular region is...

For many retailers, markdown decisions are taken by retail buyers whose compensation is based on sales revenue so their objective is to maximize it through the season. This implies that the buyers' objectives are not perfectly aligned with the overall profitability the firm. Many retailers set...