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Order promising/fulfillment and customer/channel collaboration in supply chain management
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2006)
This research investigates the order promising and fulfillment and customer and channel collaboration functions of a company. In addition to presenting more precise definitions, we identify and analyze current and emerging ...
An analysis of reverse logistics technology and service for hi-tech industry
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2004)
This thesis provides a method for hi-tech companies to evaluate reverse logistic software and services. To clarify what is reverse logistics, the definition and features of reverse logistics are first introduced. The reasons ...
Analysis of sourcing & procurement practices : a cross industry framework
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2006)
This thesis presents and analyzes the various practices in the functional area of Sourcing and Procurement. The 21 firms that are studied operate in one of the following industries: Aerospace, Apparel/ Footwear, Automotive, ...
Application of real options to reverse logistics process
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2004)
In this thesis, real options are used to identify the optimal model for the reverse logistics process of a technology company in the circuit board business. Currently, customers return defective boards and the company ...
Initial purchase of short-term life cycle products with uncertain demand
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2005)
Targus, a consumer products distributor of laptop cases and accessories, lacks formal processes for deciding on initial purchases of short-term life cycle products with uncertain demand. This thesis reviews the current ...
An exploration of supply chain management practices in the aerospace industry and in Rolls-Royce
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2005)
This thesis is a part of the Supply Chain 2020 research project which seeks to study best practices in supply chain management in multiple industries in order to develop a deeper understanding of key principles and practices ...
Can shippers and carriers benefit from more robust transportation planning methodologies?
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2005)
The analysis of transportation contracts using optimization software may yield higher actual freight expenditures due to unplanned events during execution. This thesis explores new methods for developing robust transportation ...
A system dynamics approach to supplier partnership management in supply chain
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2004)
To be competitive and quick-to-market in today's global marketplace, Electronic Manufacturing Service (EMS) providers should focus on their core competencies, partnership relationships and continuous improvements. As ...
Supply chain risk management : (redefining the audit function within a large industrial company)
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2005)
As supply chains become more sophisticated, difficulties with their operation can become more complex as well. An organization must ensure the flow of goods and services end- to-end across the supply chain at the promised ...
How regional authorities can achieve economic development through investments in the logistics sector
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2004)
Lessons for how a regional authority should develop its logistics sector are learned through case studies on four areas (section 2). In addition, a "logistics attractiveness" ranking framework is developed and applied ...