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Improving the understanding of supply chain dynamics: Towards an intelligent simulation tool

This paper introduces an intelligent simulation tool that aims to improve our understanding of the dynamics of supply chain operation. The proposed added value of this tool lies in the explanation of simulation results, the support of knowledge propagation across the supply chain and the capture of supply chain communication, all of which are facilitated by using Artificial Intelligence techniques. The conceptualisation framework for modelling a supply chain, and the tool’s scope and behaviour are discussed.