Logistics current situation

For the current situation (2), the main method was questionnaire but also document review was used. The results of questionnaire were gathered into an internal project report. The questionnaire was received by 22 recipients, and it was sent to 23 (response rate was 96 %). The respondents represented different departments around the principal company including procurement, production, maintenance and mill services, logistics, HSEQ departments, research centre and port operations. 

The first task is to understand the current situation. The supply chain group collects data from various departments such as sourcing, logistics, finance, and accounting. From these data, the current system s design, costs, and materials routing information can be ascertained. The data collected should include current and future demand for its supplies, facility capacities, fixed and variable cost related to inbound and outbound transportation, the operation of the distribution centers, and inventory. 

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