26th International Association for Management of Technology Conference - IAMOT 2017

The ability to predict the supply and demand of global energy, water and resources is a challenge. Specific models have been researched for individual logistics. This research focuses on the application of system engineering together with agent based models, developing country specific supply and demand networks. These networks are adopted as multi-variable conduit with the ability to predict demand of various resources. The country specific network is classified so as to deliver logistics based on demand. Various scenarios together with optimization propositions are developed. A forward prediction model is also delivered. Key research considerations include the ability to link supply and demand and country specific networks. The network classification together with the input and output models are key to resolution of the challenge.