Article
Capability-based resource allocation for effective disaster response
IMA Journal of Management Mathematics
(2013)
Abstract
As the frequency and severity of disasters around the world increase, there is an urgent need for more
efficient and effective allocation of response resources to impact jurisdictions. In a disaster situation, time
wasted may define the line between life and death. In this paper, we develop an integer programming
model for the capability-based multi-resource multi-location allocation problem. The model is intended
to take advantage of a nationwide resource inventory listing in order to allocate response personnel,
facilities, supplies and equipment to impact jurisdictions.
Disciplines
Publication Date
2013
DOI
10.1093/imaman/dps001
Citation Information
Nezih Altay. "Capability-based resource allocation for effective disaster response" IMA Journal of Management Mathematics Vol. 24 Iss. 2 (2013) p. 253 - 266 Available at: http://works.bepress.com/nezih_altay/18/