Distribution Centres in Supply Chain Operations

James K. Higginson and James H. Bookbinder

Chapter Chapter 3 in Logistics Systems: Design and Optimization, 2005, pp 67-91 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract A supply chain consists of all flows and transformations from simple raw materials to purchase of end-items by consumers. Various network nodes perform component fabrication, product assembly or sales. These activities, however, require logistical support, e.g., storage of intermediate or finished goods; consolidation of orders; and transportation. The term, Distribution Centre (DC) denotes a supply-chain node that furnishes coordination of that sort. This chapter highlights seven roles played by a DC. We discuss the measurement of distribution-centre performance, and the information required to manage a DC. These need to be approached differently, depending on the facility's function or role.

Keywords: Supply Chain; Data Envelopment Analysis; Logistics System; Business Logistics; Safety Stock (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2005
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DOI: 10.1007/0-387-24977-X_3

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