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Migrant supply chain networks: an empirically based typology

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  • Sameer Prasad

    (University of Wisconsin-Whitewater)

  • Jason Woldt

    (University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh)

  • Harish Borra

    (Sodhana Charitable Trust)

  • Nezih Altay

    (DePaul University)

Abstract

Managing migrant supply networks is a critical issue both domestically and internationally. In this research, using a supply chain perspective, a typology is developed to provide recommendations for migration stakeholders. The typology can be used to assess factors within a migrant network including: pressure to migrate, the network agility, and the total cost of migration. The typology identifies specific investments that developmental agents can focus on to mitigate the pressure to migrate. In instances of genocide and other forms of forced migration, the model identifies ways stakeholders can support agile refugee flows to ensure faster and safer travel and to shorten transit times.

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  • Sameer Prasad & Jason Woldt & Harish Borra & Nezih Altay, 2022. "Migrant supply chain networks: an empirically based typology," Annals of Operations Research, Springer, vol. 319(1), pages 1331-1358, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:annopr:v:319:y:2022:i:1:d:10.1007_s10479-020-03523-w
    DOI: 10.1007/s10479-020-03523-w
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