An Assessment for Classification of Distribution Network Design

2020 ◽  
pp. 40-53
Author(s):  
Gökçe Çiçek Ceyhun
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Network Design ◽  
Distribution Network ◽  
Chain Process ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Distribution Network Design ◽  
Distribution Process ◽  
Supply Chain Process ◽  
Definition Of

Distribution consists of moving and storing a product from the supplier to customer during the supply chain process. Distribution process is crucial decision of a company due to its effects on supply chain cost and customer satisfaction. In the competitive environment of the business, all companies aim to minimize delivery costs and maximize customer satisfaction by applying optimum distribution network design. The design of effective distribution network requires critical decisions as the location and the capacity of distribution centers together with logistic activities, which consist of transportation and inventory process. The purpose of this research is to define a deep literature review regarding definition of distribution network, distribution channels, selection of distribution, and the factors affecting distribution network design. After reviewing a comprehensive literature on distribution network design, this chapter includes suggestions.

scholarly journals A distribution network design for fast-moving consumer goods

2021 ◽  
Vol 39 (4) ◽  
pp. 1050-1057
Author(s):  
O.S. Okunade ◽  
S.A. Daodu
Keyword(s):  
Linear Programming ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Network Design ◽  
Consumer Goods ◽  
Fast Moving ◽  
Distribution Network ◽  
Distribution Networks ◽  
Distribution Network Design ◽  
Effective Manner ◽  
Fast Moving Consumer Goods

A distribution network design of fast-moving consumer goods ensures distribution of products in an effective manner by giving  maximum customers’ satisfaction and minimum distribution cost. The study evaluates the distribution through direct shipment and the use of intermediate shipment for distribution of products from plant to depots. A real-life case study in Southwestern Nigeria was defined and solved as a linear programming model to minimise total cost of distribution from plant to the depots with consideration of four routing options. The results show that distribution through intermediaries gives a better solution than routing option with  direct shipment. The best routing option with intermediate points when compared with the routing option with direct shipment gives a savings of 1,819,490.00 Naira which translates to 13.46% cost savings. The study shows that the location of intermediaries is a key decision in distribution network design and that the intermediaries add value to the distribution networks in supply chain. Keywords: Distribution network; Supply chain design; Fast-moving consumer goods; Linear programming

scholarly journals A Study on Sustainable Usage Intention of Blockchain in the Big Data Era: Logistics and Supply Chain Management Companies

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (24) ◽  
pp. 10670
Author(s):  
Kwang O. Park
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Chain Process ◽  
Functional Characteristics ◽  
Logistics Industry ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Blockchain Technology ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Supply Chain Process ◽  
Sustainable Usage

The adoption of blockchain technology (BT) is becoming increasingly important to the logistics industry. It is expected to make the entire supply chain process more efficient and competitive by providing visibility, reliability, and economic viability. This study aims to explore factors influencing the adoption of blockchain in the logistics industry and examine the effects of the reciprocal causal relationship between the identified factors. Empirical research aimed at understanding the functional characteristics of BT and bolstering its application is considerably lacking. This study, therefore, aims to examine the concepts and the types of BT based on a literature review related to blockchain. Factors affecting blockchain adoption are identified using a model, which was developed using the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT) and the technology-organization-environment (TOE) frameworks as well as a literature review. The results provide fundamental insights into the adoption of BT in the logistics industry by increasing the understanding of associated factors and underscoring the functional characteristics of this emerging technology.

scholarly journals DESAIN JARINGAN DISTRIBUSI BERBASIS E-BUSINESS PADA SISTEM RANTAI PASOK

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 39-51
Author(s):  
Fino Wahyudi Abdul ◽  
Yuli Evitha
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Network Design ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Distribution Network ◽  
Distribution Network Design ◽  
Last Mile ◽  
Competitive Prices ◽  
Last Mile Delivery ◽  
In Transit

In this paper, we provide a form of distribution network design and application in the field of e-commerce in the supply chain, with a distribution network design approach. Thus a good distribution network model can be determined in e-commerce business and provide quality service through the delivery period of equipment and materials to the consumer's location that is fast and low cost which can provide more competitive prices for customers. This is where the role of distribution is very important, because with the distribution of all materials both raw materials and finished products can be distributed to each party in need in the supply chain. In the supply chain itself there are several distribution designs available, namely Manufacturer Storage With Direct Shipping, Manufacturer of Storage with Direct Shipping and In-Transit Merge, Storage With Carrier Delivery Distributor, Storage With Last-Mile Delivery Distributor, Manufacturer Or Distributor Storage With Customer Pickup.

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