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The application of filter theory to the study of supply chain dynamics

D. R. TOWILL School of Electrical, Electronic and Systems Engineering, University of Wales College of CardiffView further author information
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A. DEL VECCHIO School of Electrical, Electronic and Systems Engineering, University of Wales College of CardiffView further author information
Pages 82-96 | Published online: 19 Apr 2007

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