Discussion of response time and logistics costs presented in Operation Management
Pick two of the six distribution networks discussed, compare them in terms of response time and logistics costs (inventory cost, facilities cost, and transportation cost). Do the differences in response time and logistics costs fit with the discussion of response time and logistics costs presented.
1. Manufacturer storage with direct shipping
2. Manufacturer storage with direct shipping and in-transit merge
3. Distributor storage with carrier delivery
4. Distributor storage with last-mile delivery
5. Manufacturer/distributor storage with customer pickup
6. Retail storage with customer pickup
