Essays about: "Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 essays containing the words Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization.
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1. Comparing single- and multi-echelon methods for inventory control of spare parts at Volvo
University essay from Lunds universitet/ProduktionsekonomiAbstract : Title: Comparing single- and multi-echelon methods for inventory control of spare parts at Volvo Authors: Jakob Bengtsson & Alexander Larsson Supervisors: Johan Marklund, Lund University | Christian Beckers & Johan Lid- vall, Volvo Background: Spare parts logistics is an area particularly concerned with challenges related to inventory control. The parts are vital to secure the functionality of critical equipment and the management of its supply chain tends to be complex. READ MORE
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2. DISTRIBUTION NETWORK DESIGN : Optimization & simulation of an international supply chain.
University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för matematik och matematisk statistikAbstract : Höganäs AB's current distribution network for iron powder in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region is subject to high costs incurred by large inventories and high cost of capital. As a result of increasing demand and service level requirements from customers, inventories have steadily increased. READ MORE
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3. Strategic Inventory Control in Capacity-Constrained Manufacturing Systems : Reviewing the tangible effect of applying multi-echelon optimization in a multi-product environment
University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för industriell ekonomiAbstract : Firms today maintain complex supply chains containing many dependent stages to manufacture a product to the end customer. Here lies a dilemma, keeping extensive inventory generate higher customer satisfaction by enabling quick deliveries. This increase in inventory, however, comes at an increase in costs. READ MORE
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4. Discrete Event Simulation for Aftermarket Supply Chain
University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)Abstract : The planning of an Aftermarket Supply Chain is a very complex task. This is due to an unpredictable demand which is driven by the need for maintenance and repair. This drive translates to a high variety of lead times, a large number of stock-keeping units (SKUs) and the capacity to deliver spare parts during its full lifecycle. READ MORE
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5. Analysis of uncoordinated versus coordinated inventory control
University essay from Lunds universitet/ProduktionsekonomiAbstract : This master thesis has been completed at the Faculty of Engineering, Production Management in collaboration with the company Duni Group. The overall objective has been to provide guidance to Duni and analyze how they should control their inventory at each node in their new supply chain set up. READ MORE