Journal of Humanitarian Logistics and Supply Chain Management , Open Access
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A simulation-based performance evaluation model for decision support on drone location and delivery scheduling
Zabih Ghelichi, Monica Gentili, Pitu MirchandaniThis paper aims to propose a simulation-based performance evaluation model for the drone-based delivery of aid items to disaster-affected areas. The objective of the model is to…
Analysis of mobile clinic deployments in conflict zones
Rosemarie Santa González, Marilène Cherkesly, Teodor Gabriel Crainic, Marie-Eve RancourtThis study aims to deepen the understanding of the challenges and implications entailed by deploying mobile clinics in conflict zones to reach populations affected by violence and…
Integrated optimization of facility location, casualty allocation and medical staff planning for post-disaster emergency response
Mehmet Kursat Oksuz, Sule Itir SatogluDisaster management and humanitarian logistics (HT) play crucial roles in large-scale events such as earthquakes, floods, hurricanes and tsunamis. Well-organized disaster response…
Exploring options to leverage partnership information for designing donation calls
N. Nurmala, Jelle de Vries, Sander de LeeuwThis study aims to help understand individual donors’ preferences over different designs of humanitarian–business partnerships in managing humanitarian operations and to help…
Humanitarian response by grassroots associations during a military conflict
Renata Konrad, Solomiya Sorokotyaha, Daniel WalkerConflict and violence are the main drivers of globally escalating humanitarian needs. Local grassroots initiatives are pivotal in distributing humanitarian supplies in the acute…
A multiobjective mathematical model for a humanitarian logistics multimodal transportation problem
Marisol S. Romero-Mancilla, Kenneth E. Hernandez-Ruiz, Diana L. Huerta-MuñozThe purpose of this paper is to introduce a three-echelon multimodal transportation problem applied to a humanitarian logistic case study that occurred in Mexico.
Mitigating risks and overcoming logistics challenges in humanitarian deployment to conflict zones: evidence from the DRC and CAR
Youssef Malhouni, Charif MabroukiThe purpose of this study is to analyze the challenges encountered by international nongovernmental organizations (INGOs) operating in armed conflicts within the Democratic…
Rethinking research methods in protracted violent conflicts in Mozambique: fieldwork in complex emergencies
Kudakwashe ChirambwiThis paper argues for the need to use multiple sources and methods that respond to research challenges presented by new forms of war. There are methodological constraints and…
Mobile ultrasound vascular assessment (MUVA) for remote and conflict areas
Oscar Y. Moreno Rocha, Paula Pinto, Maria C. Consuegra, Sebastian Cifuentes, Jorge H. UlloaThis study aims to facilitate access to vascular disease screening for low-income individuals living in remote and conflict areas based on the results of a pilot trial in…
Identifying total defense logistics concepts: a comparative study of the Swedish pandemic response
Imoh Antai, Roland HellbergThe total defence (TD) concept constitutes a joint endeavour between the military forces and civil defence structures within a TD state. Logistics is essential for such joint…
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Emerald Publishing LimitedOpen Access:
open accessEditors:
- Dr Nezih Altay
- Prof Gyöngyi Kovács