scholarly journals Case study: Supply chain scenarios in a plastic container company

Nova Scientia ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (20) ◽  
pp. 510-538 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ernesto Alonso Lagarda Leyva ◽  
Alfredo Bueno Solano ◽  
José Manuel Velarde Cantú

Introducción:  The supply chain is an underestimated issue in small and medium enterprises; it is assumed that its only purpose is to save on operating costs and this is not necessarily the case. It is imperative to recognize that not all customers are equal, as each has different requirements for their products and delivery of same to their final customers, and it is therefore important to consider all the factors that influence that outcome. The case study was developed in a company producing plastic containers in Cd. Obregon, Sonora. The study has selected the manufacture of the 737 gr salt container from resin, as this is a product demanded by one of its three main customers. The problem in the plant was the number of salt containers to be produced with different production policies, generating three scenarios.Método:  To respond to the problem, a study of the entire production process associated with the links in the supply and distribution was conducted based on the methodology of system dynamics to evaluate each of the variables and parameters included in the links in the supply chain via a simulation.Resultados: The results show three different scenarios that are executed through an interface with the user, allowing to observe the behavior of the profits, the sales of finished product and the use of the resin in the manufacture of bottles of 737 gr for a company that manufactures and distributes salt proposals were validated by drawing upon the judgment of experts on the subject and the experience of employees, as well as the actual data of the companyDiscusión o Conclusión: The findings reveal different modes of behavior of four critical variables in the process: profits, sales, the finished products warehouse, and resin use. The simulation was performed with the use of Stella ® 10.1.2 software, trying different policies and considering delay and initial inventory theories in processes and final products for the three different proposed scenarios derived from this study to interested parties (employers and customers); the case study was developed within the context of the National Center for Innovation in Intermodal Transportation and Logistics of Mexico.

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bangun Kuncoro Haryo Aryanto ◽  
Fitriyah Fitriyah

This paper discusses that one way to overcome poverty is by effective economic development. Economic development with a charitable nuance is only a short-term solution and it is feared that it cannot sustainably overcome poverty. Therefore, an inclusive empowerment process is needed, one of which is an economic empowerment program by WVI in the form of economic assistance to present the independence of the community with small and medium enterprises. Through a qualitative study in this paper researchers tries to provide an overview of the role of assistant in empowerment activities. In empowerment, assistant acts as a change agent. There are three things that make WVI as an assistant play an important role in empowerment. Assistant have a role as enablers where they enable change by placing the community as the subject of change. The assistant also plays a role in improving business competence. Lastly, to create sustainable conditions, the assistant needs to initiate the formation of a social system in the community as a vehicle for independent problem solving.


2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (10) ◽  
Author(s):  
Martha Yadira García Briones ◽  
Edgar Efrén Romero Moncayo ◽  
Grace Beatriz Rodríguez Loor

La gestión de la cadena de suministro, es una temática que repercute significativamente en la satisfacción del cliente al ver resueltas sus necesidades.  Esto se justifica porque el éxito de una empresa, sea pequeña, mediana o grande se basa en la efectividad de sus canales de distribución y la adecuada logística que maneja.  Las Pymes juegan un papel preponderante en el contexto económico de una nación, aportando una considerable generación de empleo, donde una correcta vinculación entre proveedores, distribuidores, detallistas, y consumidor final permite que el proceso se ejecute de forma fluida, sin la generación de cuellos de botella que afecten el resultado final.  El objetivo de la investigación fue por consiguiente, identificar las deficiencias existentes en el adecuado proceso logístico de la cadena de abastecimiento de las pequeñas y medianas empresas del cantón Portoviejo.  Para la presente investigación, se hizo uso del método teórico y dentro de este, el método descriptivo, porque puntualiza cada una de las variables de estudio como son los procesos logísticos y la cadena de abastecimiento, también del método analítico, donde se analizaron los datos a través de los resultados de encuestas e investigaciones; así mismo del método sintético al redactar el resumen y las conclusiones.  El artículo por consiguiente, se enfoca en analizar el proceso logístico en la cadena de suministros de pequeñas y medianas empresas de la ciudad de Portoviejo, incorporando la relación existente entre decisiones de aprovisionamiento, canales de distribución, demorajes y costos logísticos. Palabras clave: Cadena de suministro, logística, empresas, proveedores, demorajes Abstract Logistical process in small and medium-sized enterprises supply chain The management of the supply chain is a subject that affects significantly to see customer satisfaction met its needs.  This is justified because the success of a company is small, medium or large is based on the effectiveness of their distribution channels and adequate logistics handling.  SMEs play a major role in the economic context of a nation, contributing a substantial employment generation, where a correct relationship between suppliers, distributors, retailers, and end consumer allows the process to run smoothly, without the generation of bottlenecks that affect the final result. The objective of the research was therefore identifying shortcomings in the appropriate logistics process of small and medium-sized companies of the canton Portoviejo supply chain.  Theoretical method and within this, the descriptive method, use was made for this research , because it points out each of the study variables such as logistics processes and the supply chain, also of the analytical method, where the data were analyzed through the results of surveys and research; Likewise the synthetic method to write the summary and conclusions.  Therefore, this article focuses on analyzing the logistics process in the chain of supply of small and medium enterprises in the city of Portoviejo, incorporating the existing relationship between procurement decisions, distribution channels, demoralization and logistic costs.  Keywords: Supply chain, logistics, companies, suppliers, demoralization


2022 ◽  
pp. 19-42
Author(s):  
Daniel Ruzza ◽  
Lorenza Morandini ◽  
Alessandro Chelli

The agri-food sector is the highest application of blockchain technology to track and trace components and raw material along the supply chain. Blockchain presents many potential advantages; however, small and medium enterprises often lack the means and knowledge to exploit this technology fully. This chapter presents a case study of blockchain application, namely Trusty, a platform for the notarization of fully traceable information on blockchain in the agri-food sector. Thanks to its limited up-front implementation costs and its modularity, it seems particularly suitable for use by SMEs. The authors' goal is to identify some useful issues for practitioners and inspiration for future research for academics. The most relevant topics that will be placed are (1) needs and expectations of SMEs in the agri-food sector towards the blockchain, (2) difficulties of introducing blockchain into SMEs, (3) the agnostic approach to blockchain, (4) the different value of notarized information for B2B and B2C companies, and (5) limits of some blockchains compared to others.


2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Alondra Yaneth De la Torre Dávila ◽  
Francisco Javier Haro Navejas ◽  
Claudia Prado Meza

The article is based on a previous case study of a certified papaya producer from Colima which currently implements traceability in its operations. Traceability can be defined as an instrument to respond and avoid risks in the supply chain of a product. For Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) the use of traceability can be a competitive advantage, adding value to their products; or either an entry barrier to access to new international markets. The article analyzes the importance of traceability and the adoption of new practices to respond to future market requirements in a competitive globalized environment. 


2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 85-97
Author(s):  
Sumarsono Sumarsono ◽  
Nur Muflihah

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) dominate the business world in Indonesia with a high Gross Domestic Product contribution. However, SMEs are unable to compete with large industries due to uncompetitive supply chains. The logistical-crossfunctional aspect of drivers is an aspect driving a competitive supply chain. This study aims to examine the effect of logistical-crossfunctional drivers on the competitive strategy of the supply chain for SMEs in Indonesia. The case study was conducted in SMEs scattered in East Java, Indonesia. The data analysis method used PLS-SEM. The results showed that the logistical-crossfunctional aspects of SME drivers have a significant effect on the supply chain competitive strategy. The implications of the research results are used to develop supply chain strategies for SMEs with a priority scale of logistical-crossfunctional drivers such as 1) facilities; 2) sourcing; 3) information; 4) transportation; 5) inventory; and 6) pricing.


2015 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 15-23
Author(s):  
Hayati Hehamahua

Rural development is the subject of development, as the movement of people in carrying out development based on the awareness to improve life better, given more than 60% of Indonesia's population lives in the village. The position is a strategic village a capital base that must be understood as a whole and integrated, both in terms of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and constraints, as well as relationships with strategic environment, regional, national and international. Strategic implications of independence of the village in the welfare society is still a big question, because the village government's ability to use the budget. This study intends to investigate whether the allocation of funds village (ADD) to contribute to the economic empowerment. With institutional economics approach, the findings of this study are: Directional distribution of ADD for this can be seen from the reality that most of the village allocates its budget ADD to repair /improvement of physical roads, buildings, irrigation. Low contribution in encouraging community development and very little village which directs its budget for financing ADD more productive example BUMDes formation, Village Bank, and the Village Market. Capital revolving loan without interest for the development activities of small and medium enterprises as well.


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