Deriving near-optimality conditions using approximation procedures for an inventory control system with lost sales
Authors:
- Ruud H. TeunterRuud H. Teunter
- M Zied BabaiMBM Zied Babai
- Aris A. SyntetosASAris A. Syntetos
Open Access
- 21 March 2026
- journal article
- Published by Elsevier in International Journal of Production Economics
- Vol. 297
Abstract
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