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  1. 1. Forming an Inventory Control Policy in a Stochastic Environment: A Case Study at Sandvik Crushing and Screening

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Produktionsekonomi

    Author : Anders Mattisson; David Alsmarker; [2018]
    Keywords : Inventory Control; Stochastic Lead Time; Stochastic Demand; Input Analysis; Optimization; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Background: For most companies that handle large material flows there are buffers between different stages in the supply chain, often referred to as inventory. The main reasons for having these inventories are to achieve economies of scale when handling material flows and to buffer against uncertainties when matching demand and supply. READ MORE

  3. 2. A case study of Mionix’s distribution system on how to improve inventory management with focus on customer service and total cost

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för ekonomistyrning och logistik (ELO)

    Author : Jim Holtne; Anton Auvoja; [2015]
    Keywords : Distribution system; distribution channel; inventory management; material planning methods; e-commerce; Total cost; EOQ; Safety stock; Service levels;

    Abstract : Background - A company’s distribution system is a critical component and businesses need to consider the aspects of customer service and total cost when designing the distribution system. A distribution system can be defined as the process of making products or services available for customers. READ MORE

  4. 3. Material supply to assembly stations - A study at Nederman, Helsingborg

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Karl Fredriksson; Charlotte Sallmén; [2011]
    Keywords : Material supply; Lean; Assembly; Inventory turnover; Kanban; Lead time; Stabilize the load of work; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this study is to improve the material supply to assembly stations at Nedermans and identify parameters and principles that determine if the components should be stored at the assembly station or in the warehouse. The improvement should reduce the floor space used for assembly, increase the assembly utilization rate and reduce waste of time in the material handling. READ MORE