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University of California, Irvine

Supply Chain Optimization

Optimization is an important piece of an agile supply chain. In this course, we will explore the components of optimization and how to set up an optimization problem in Excel. We will also practice capacity and resource optimization and explore examples of both in the supply chain. Building off of our optimization practice, we will next learn how to use a Monte Carlo simulation to make the least risky decision in uncertain supply chain situations. Finally, we will combine our skills from this and the previous two courses to build a demand and inventory snapshot and optimize it, using a Monte Carlo simulation, to mitigate risks in the supply chain.

Status: Process Optimization
Status: Operations Research
IntermediateCourse8 hours

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AH

5.0Reviewed Oct 31, 2023

Great introduction to tools all supply chain professionals should be leveraging to optimize their supply chain!

LS

5.0Reviewed Aug 21, 2025

Very clear instructor! I think it provided me a good foundation to start understading how it works in this profession.

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