CALL FOR PAPERS

3^rd US-European Workshop on

Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- An International Research Perspective -

October 12 & 13, 2005
Claremont Resort & Spa

In partnership and supported by

Deutsche Post World Net

Workshop Program available!

You are cordially invited to participate in an international workshop on Logistics and Supply Chain Management organized by RWTH Aachen University in cooperation with the University of California, Berkeley.

This workshop explores the impact of advanced and emerging information and communication technologies on Logistics and Supply Chain Management and focuses on quantitative methods.

The first workshop of this series held at UC Berkeley in October 2003 was focused on quantitative approaches; the second workshop 2004 aimed to build a bridge between qualitative and quantitative approaches to Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

This unique workshop will bring together industry leaders, strategic decision makers and academic researchers to jointly discuss the trends, new main concepts and important applications in Logistics and Supply Chain Management in an international US- European context.

Abstract Submission

Both researchers and practitioners are invited to submit an abstract (1-2 pages). The abstract should include title, author’s name(s) and affiliation. Author presenting the paper must be indicated by underlining his/her name.

Abstract format is MS Word, Font: Arial, Font size: 12pt.

Extended submission deadline is July 15!

Notification of acceptance will be sent by July 31.

Send abstracts to: wollenweber@or.rwth-aachen.de

Registration

Early-bird registration ends on July 30, regular registration deadline is October 01. On-site registration is not possible.

Fees: Early-bird registration $ 150, regular registration $ 200.

Download Registration Form

Registration fee covers refreshments on both workshop days, two lunches and one workshop dinner in the Claremont Resort. In addition, every participant receives a complimentary copy of the workshop booklet.

Accommodation

A limited contingent of superior rooms at the Claremont Resort & Spa is available at the rate of $ 159. There are also deluxe rooms at the rate of $ 209 available.

Reservations: Call +1 (800) 551-7266
Conference code “UCB-RWTH Workshop on Logistics”

Focus and Topics

The workshop focuses on quantitative approaches in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, and is tentatively structured around the following topic sessions,

Ø Quantitative Methods in Logistics & Supply Chain Planning

- Strategic, Tactical, and Operational Planning of Complex Logistics Networks

- Optimization of Distribution Networks and Multimodal Transportation, in particular vehicle routing, scheduling and facility location

Ø Technology & Software Solutions

- IT in support of Logistics & Supply Chain Management

- Real-world applications in the automotive, mail and freight transportation or retail industry

Workshop Co-Chairs

Carlos Daganzo, Robert Horonjeff Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California Berkeley

Dieter Pütz, Director of IT Strategie/Planning, Deutsche Post World Net

Hans-Jürgen Sebastian, Deutsche Post Endowed Chair of Optimization of Distribution Networks, RWTH Aachen University

Workshop Organizer

Jens Wollenweber, Deutsche Post Endowed Chair of Optimization of Distribution Networks, RWTH Aachen University

International Workshop Committee

R. Beer (University of San Francisco)

C. Carlsson (Abo Akademi, Turku, Finland)

J. Eickholt (Siemens AG, Germany)

H. Fromm (IBM, Germany)

A. Geoffrion (University of California Los Angeles)

P. Kaminsky (University of California Berkeley)

H. Kaussen (DHL Solutions, Germany)

D. Lichtmann (BMW AG, Germany)

M. Nikravesh (University of California Berkeley)

J. van Nunen (Erasmus University, Rotterdam, The Netherlands)

S. Voß (Hamburg University, Germany)

C. Yano (University of California Berkeley)