Distribution Optimization Model: A Case Study of Mobile Handset Distribution System

Authors

  • Devi Prasad Ghosh Head of Marketing Department, Institute of Management Technology (IMT), Hyderabad

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53555/nnbma.v3i4.61

Keywords:

Distribution Optimization Model, Strategic Planning, Transportation Optimization Model, Mobile Handsets Distribution, Sales & Distribution strategy

Abstract

The objective of the paper was to develop a decision making tool that mobile handset distribution company could use to derive a more efficient and effective distribution of handsets to its channel. The paper developed the problem definition, the formulation of LP model, the procedure is designed as a solution to the problem, and the outcome as benefits to the company is presented. Linear programming model is formulated that can be solved using commercial software. This paper demonstrates the potential for using linear programming in managing large-scale transportation and distribution problems. The model resulted in the creation of new metrics for measuring the performance, the model will help the company understand conditions that result in inventory shortages, and the model lead to the discovery of inefficiencies in company distribution strategy. The model is directly beneficial to any company in Mobile Handsets distribution. With a large proportion of handsets sales is accounted by online retailers direct to customers, the distribution of handsets not only defines the cost but also customer satisfaction by managing delivery time and return-of-handsets offer. The model is also applicable for cases in other industries which operates in multiple markets and have large variety of Stock Keeping Units (SKUs).

References

Anderson D.R., Seweeney D.J. & Williams T.A. (2001). “Quantitative Methods of Business” 8th edition, Thompson South-Western College publishing Bangalore (India), pp 216 - 477

Problem definition from distribution system observational study of Reliance Communications Ltd. as an employee. Head (General Manager) - Marketing(Enterprise Wireless & Devices Business) from May, 2002 to Oct., 2007 at DAKC, Navi Mumbai.

Company information from its official website link accessed on 11th Sept, 2013:

http://www.rcom.co.in/Rcom/aboutus/overview/overview_reliancegroup.html

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Published

30-04-2017

How to Cite

Devi Prasad Ghosh. (2017). Distribution Optimization Model: A Case Study of Mobile Handset Distribution System. Journal of Advance Research in Business, Management and Accounting (ISSN: 2456-3544), 3(4), 15-20. https://doi.org/10.53555/nnbma.v3i4.61

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