Quantum Similarity-Driven QUBO Framework for Multi-Period Supply Chain Allocation using Time-Multiplexed Coherent Ising Machines and Simulated Quantum Annealing

Rushikesh Ubale, Yasar Mulani, Abhay Suresh +4

Multi-period stock-keeping unit (SKU) allocation in supply chains is a combinatorial optimization problem that is both NP-hard and operationally critical, requiring simultaneous at…