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In this paper, we address a complex issue in the coordination of supply chains: the optimization of the alignment of barge and terminal operations in the Port of Rotterdam. Our research goal is to design a distributed multi-agent and service-oriented system architecture, which solves the barge handling problem through information exchange and a decision support system based on intelligent alignment of proposals. In order to validate this solution, we implement it by means of both a system and a management game, using web-service technology. We report our experiences with the game throughout its validation with domain experts.
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Mes, M., Iacob, ME., van Hillegersberg, J. (2014). A Distributed Barge Planning Game. In: Meijer, S.A., Smeds, R. (eds) Frontiers in Gaming Simulation. ISAGA 2013. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 8264. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-04954-0_25
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