A Supply Chain Design Approach to Petroleum Distribution

Avninder Gill ()
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Avninder Gill: Thompson Rivers University, Canada

International Journal of Business Research and Management (IJBRM), 2011, vol. 2, issue 1, 33-44

Abstract: Product distribution account for a significant portion of the logistical costs of a product. Distribution activities are repetitive in nature and they impact the delivery lead time to customers. A well designed supply chain network can substantially improve these costs and lead times. This paper presents a supply chain network design approach for distribution of petroleum products of a retailer by identifying the depot locations and gas station allocations. A heuristic procedure to solve large sized problems is also recommended. Finally, concluding remarks and recommendations for further research are presented.

Keywords: Supply Chain; Petroleum Distribution; Mathematical Programming (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: M0 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2011
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