Essays about: "inventory optimization"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 62 essays containing the words inventory optimization.

1. 1. An inventory optimization toolbox in SMEs

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Jakob Olofsson; Johan Persson; [2023-07-03]
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   Abstract : Introduction - The globalization of e-commerce and the emergence of supply chains have allowed SMEs to join in shaping the global economy. Although SMEs contribute a lot to global development, they usually experience a number of challenges in their daily operations affecting their profitability and performance. READ MORE

3. 2. Bulding Resilient Supply Chain : A Qualitative Study of How Covid-19 Affected Supply Chain Resilience in Swedish Small and Medium-Enterprises

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

   Author : Robin Synnergren; Jacob Brauer; [2023]
   Keywords : Supply Chain Management; Covid-19 Pandemic; Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises; Supply Chain Resilience Supply Chain Disruption;

   Abstract : Modern supply chains are often characterized by carefully planned and interconnected processes that seamlessly integrate with each other. Supply chains are often efficientduring a stable business environment but are highly vulnerable to risks and disruptions. READ MORE

4. 3. Optimizing within the Supply Chain: A Mathematical Model for Inventory Optimization with respect to Demand Planning

   University essay from KTH/Matematisk statistik

   Author : William Bork; Martynas Giedraitis; [2023]
   Keywords : Inventory model; ”Fast Moving Consumer Goods-company” FMCG-company ; Reorder point; Order quantity; ”Software as a Service-Company”; EOQ-model; R; Q -model; Forecast; Holt-Winters model; Inventory model; ”Fast Moving Consumer Goods-company” FMCG-company ; Reorder point; Order quantity; ”Software as a Service-Company”; EOQ-model; R; Q -model; Forecast; Holt-Winters model;

   Abstract : This thesis examines how to design a mathematical inventory model for a ”Fast Moving Consumer Goods”-company (FMCG-company), which determines the optimal reorder point and order quantity such that the average inventory cost is minimized. The thesis was made in collaboration with a ”Software as a Service”- company which provided the data containing information about the products and inventory management of one of their customers, a FMCG-company. READ MORE

5. 4. Designing and evaluating distribution networks for luxury beds : A case study of Hästens Beds’ European distribution from the perspective of cost and delivery service

   University essay from Linköpings universitet/Logistik- och kvalitetsutveckling

   Author : Sebastian Huss; Arvid Normann; [2023]
   Keywords : distribution; distribution network design; transport minimization; network structure; network optimization; decentralization; facility location; center of gravity;

   Abstract : Hästens Beds is a Swedish luxury bed manufacturer, located in Köping, Sweden. They have a strong global presence, with Europe being the most mature and proven market. READ MORE

6. 5. Assessing the Impact of Centralizationon Safety Stock : A Scenario Based Case Study to Support Companies Exploring the Benefits of Utilizing a Centralized Warehouse Strategy in the Absence of Historical Data

   University essay from KTH/Produktionsutveckling

   Author : Shashank Koundinya; Emil Ekendahl; [2023]
   Keywords : Safety Stock; Centralized Warehousing; Inventory Strategy; Data Modelling; Supply Chain Management;

   Abstract : This master thesis investigates the comparison between centralized and decentralized warehousing systems, focusing on the variation in safety stock levels and the associated safety stock holding value. The aim of this research is to address the existing knowledge gap by introducing a methodology that utilizes scenario analysis in different potential locations, incorporating a range of plausible future circumstances and integrating them into a sophisticated mathematical model. READ MORE