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A Framework for Analyzing Forecast Accuracy Metrics
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2015)
Demand Planning forecasts at Nike, Inc. are used by many groups: Supply Planning/Materials Planning, Sourcing, Categories/Merchandising, Finance, S&OP, and Sales. These groups take forecasts as an input to make key decisions. ...
Manufacturing footprint strategy for product line expansion
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2019)
To reach its long term revenue targets, EDSCO Fasteners must expand its smooth bar anchor bolt product line to increase revenue generation. In order to maximize profit during this expansion, an operational strategy must ...
Reverse logistics supply chain process modeling and simulation
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2019)
As consumer preferences shift towards online shopping and utilizing their homes as fitting rooms, traditional brick and mortar retailers are faced with the challenge to adapt. Many retailers are experiencing a growing ...
Using lead time data to identify cost saving opportunities in an automotive supply chain : inventory safety stock and trucking carrier pool
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2014)
Lead time information from suppliers influences decisions at every level of a supply chain, from sourcing and purchasing, to inventory policies, transportation, and plant design. Large volume, high complexity manufacturers, ...
Fulfillment algorithm for integrating stock between brick and mortar and E-commerce
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
This thesis proposes a novel fulfillment algorithm which maximizes profits and customer experience through optimal distribution in a multi-period setting for a set of shipping locations that includes both stores and ...
Improving online demand forecast using novel features in website data : a case study at Zara
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
The challenge of improving retail inventory customer service level while reducing costs is common across many retailers. This problem is typically addressed through efficient supply chain operations. This thesis discusses ...
Exploring the business case for LEED EBOM certification of a "Mixed Use" facility
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2013)
Many buildings are highly inefficient in terms of energy and water use and lack features important to a productive and healthy work environment. While many companies have established sustainability goals to ensure new ...
A data-driven approach to continuous improvement in reverse logistics
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2020)
Verizon may rely on third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to manage some aspects of the reverse supply chain of Fios equipment. As a result, it depends on the 3PL to continually strive for increased quality, reliability, ...
Standardization of new product introductions to achieve zero defect lines
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2020)
Consistently high quality is important to any manufacturing environment, and especially so when operating in the highly regulated medical space, which typically targets zero defects in products serving patients. The New ...
Improving customer order visibility to enable improved planning and decision making
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2011)
The General Purpose Drives organization of ABB Switzerland does not capture sufficient data on the movement of customer orders through the production process to make efficient decisions on where to allocate improvement ...