Distribution strategy

Balanced mechanical supply and exhaust ventilation equipped with an advanced air distribution strategy to accurately control the flow patterns in a work space... 

The distribution strategy needs to support the sales strategy in distribution location and transportation design decisions specifically to balance the... 

The presented inventory model matches the requirements formulated in section 4.1.5 managing inventories statically and dynamically within defined boundaries defined in the distribution strategy. 

It is important to keep track of whom the vouchers have been given to. The voucher agency should record the serial numbers of the vouchers given to distributors. These simple measures facilitate evaluation of the efficacy of the voucher distribution strategy. They also provide a check on counterfeiting and prevent distribution of vouchers at the point of service delivery. 

Distribution strategies. By providing voucher redemption rates for each voucher distributor, the information system identifies which are the most effective. This information can be used to create productivity incentives. The information system can also identify the distribution sites from which vouchers are most likely to be redeemed, and it can identify where they achieve the scheme s aims most cost-effectively. 

Competitor s supply chain structure (e.g., number of plants, DCs, manufacturing strategy, distribution strategy, procurement alUance, quabty goals, etc.)... 

The literature in supply chain management dates back to the work of Geoffrion and Graves (1974). Their work describes an optimal flow of multi-commodity logistics from the plants to the end users. This model is further explored in Geoffrion and Powers (1995) as a review of the evolution of the distribution strategies. 

Given these assumptions, the analysis proceeds to solve (by reverse induction) for all equilibrium decisions and profit levels under each different distribution strategy, and characterize various sensitivities. Some studies also evaluate mechanisms for channel coordination and/or Pareto improvement. Unless highlighted, the reader should assume that this general framework applies. 

Rhee and Park (2000) examine the distribution strategy question for a scenario similar to that in Chiang et al. (2003) and Kumar and Ruan (2002). 

Channel power structure. To fall within the scope of this review, a model must represent the perspectives of multiple independent decision makers. The selection of the distribution strategy obviously depends on which party is making the decision, which is a statement of relative power. Indeed, this will determine how channel conflict will be ultimately resolved. Assumptions about the relative power of the parties are also embedded in the decision structure of the model. 

In general, this decision entails a determination of the number of levels in the distribution network, the number of outlets within each level, and other variables such as pricing, inventory levels, service levels, etc. The traditional marketing literature refers to these as distribution strategy, distribution intensity, and distribution management, respectively (Corstjens and Doyle 1979). 

Cohen, M.A., N. Agrawal, V. Agrawal, and A. Raman, Analysis Of Distribution Strategies In The Industrial Paper And Plastics Industry, Operations Research, 43,1 (1995), 6-18. 

Rangan, V.K. and R. Jaikumar, Integrating Distribution Strategy And Tactics A Model And An Application, Management Science, 37, 11 (November 1991), 1377-1389. 

Bums, L.D., R.W. Hall, D.E. Blumenfeld, and C.F. Daganzo, Distribution Strategies that Minimize Transportation and Inventory Costs , Operations Research, 33 (1985), 469-490. 

Chapter 4 discusses the transportation decisions in detail, and Chapter 5 discusses issues regarding distribution strategy and network design. 

This chapter focuses on location and distribution strategies for designing and operating the supply chain network. It begins with an introduction to the formulation of integer programming models, in particular the use of binary (0-1) variables in modeling real-world problems. 

Stable Iodine. Stable iodine is only effective in protecting the thyroid from inhalation or ingestion of radioactive iodine. Therefore, it is normally considered for reactor accidents. Because it is only effective when administered before exposure or shortly after exposure (see Fig. 9.3), the distribution strategy can have a great impact on the success of this protective... 

Distribution of stable iodine to the general population is much more complex. Basically, three types of distribution strategies exist ... 

Modular approaches, meaning that several stacks of microstructures are operated in parallel or series, can help to reduce the reactor size implications but a maintenance and fluid distributions strategy amongst the modules has to be developed for process control. Also the costs reduction for fabrication will not necessarily be significant by increasing the number of modules. This might then lead to low economies of scale in chemicals production with the microreactor system. 

Choice of distribution charuiels. Values these decisions assume include Internet-based distribution, third-party logistics, direct sales, quick response, continuous replenishment, and vendor-managed inventory. Some of the policies may be represented in relation to the horizontal extent dimension. For instance, the direct shipment policy implies the absence of intermediate distribution tiers. Multiple distribution strategies can be used in a single supply chain... 

Cagliano et al. (2008) A S GL QL Survey based evaluation of different sourcing and distribution strategies... 

The company has six major types of product Desktop Solutions, Mobile Solutions, Consumer and Multimedia, Server, Storage Security Solutions, Software, and Smartphones and Tablets. Products are segmented as trend products, mainstream products, and commodity. The product segmentation is one of the key drivers for supply chain management. The company s distribution strategy also depends upon product distribution strategies pursued by suppliers. 

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