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A Simple Model for Multi‐stage Distribution
A.G. Lockett, J.B. WestwoodThe analysis of multi‐stage distribution has been carried out along three dimensions, depending on the characteristics of the particular problem. These are location…
The Location of Facilities With Constraints on Capacities
J.R. MerchantThis article shows how important constraints on the capacities of facilities are in determining their correct location. It then goes on to demonstrate how such capacity…
Inventory Models: An Alternative
Richard A. Lancioni, Frank LexThe control of inventory in physical distribution management is perhaps one of the most difficult tasks for the industry practitioner. Inventory is one of the largest cost…
Developing Distribution Channels and Systems in the Emerging Recycling Industries
Joseph P. Guiltinan, Nonyelu G. NwokoyeIntroduction Although the social and economic benefits of recycling are widely recognised, the development of effective recycling programmes has not proceeded at a swift pace. In…
Movement Considerations for Physical Distribution Management
C.G. ChentnikBefore embarking on the task of redesigning an existing physical distribution system or in designing a completely new system, the analyst must plan a careful analysis of many…
Inventory Carrying Costs: Significance, Components, Means, Functions
Bernard J. La Londe, Douglas M. LambertInventory carrying costs comprise a number of different cost components and generally represent one of the highest costs in the physical distribution system. This, combined with…
Communications Forum: The Changing Nature of the World Bulk Trades
Derek KingSince 1962 the world trades in bulk commodities as a whole have undergone two great changes: a large increase in the volume, and a large increase in the distance of the average…
INTERNATIONAL PHYSICAL DISTRIBUTION NEWS
European parcels network plan A plan to develop a Europe‐wide network for the collection and delivery of parcels and other small freight is currently being worked out by National…