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Assessing the impact of container marking implementation
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2016)
Amgen is implementing new capabilities across the Amgen manufacturing network in order to code containers at the unit-level to reduce the possibility of mix-ups of unlabeled drug products. In order to prepare for the ...
Cross-channel predictive analytics for retail distribution decisions
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2017)
Distribution demand forecasting at Zara currently considers historical sales of products modified by expert knowledge inputs in an algorithm developed to calculate the shipment required to meet demand for the next sales ...
Network methods for inventory management in capacity constrained retail stores
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2016)
Zara leads the fast-fashion industry introducing over 12,000 unique items per year [5], selling in over 2,000 stores and generating rch16091 [British pound symbol]11.6 Bn in yearly sales [8]. Critical to this success, ...
Gamification as a means of improving performance in human operator processes
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2017)
The Amazon fulfillment center network is the backbone of Amazon's e-commerce business. To achieve higher efficiency and lower cost, Amazon invests heavily in robotic technology. In some buildings, robots automatically store ...
A costing model to assess customer profitability within Li & Fung
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2016)
As the leading consumer goods design, development, sourcing and logistics company, Li & Fung Limited (Li & Fung) supplies high-volume, time-sensitive consumer goods for global retailers and brands. One of Li & Fung's ...
Application of artificial intelligence techniques for root cause analysis of customer support calls
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2017)
Dell Technologies seeks to use the advancements in the field of artificial intelligence to improve its products and services. This thesis aims to implement artificial intelligence techniques in the context of Dell's Client ...
Point-of-sale demand forecasting
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2016)
Nike Always Available (AA) is a significant global business unit within Nike that allows retail customers to purchase athletic essentials at weekly replenishment intervals and 95% availability. However, demand fluctuations ...
Patient flow optimization in the Department of Medicine at MGH
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2017)
In 2015, there were approximately 17,000 General Medicine admissions in the Department of Medicine (DOM) at MGH. General Medicine patients regularly experience significant non-clinical delays caused by bed and care team ...
Throughput optimization of multi-agent robotic automated warehouses
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2016)
In 2003 Kiva Systems (now Amazon Robotics) introduced a new type material handling automation to the world. The system is based on the principle that the physical infrastructure that contains inventory should be mobile. ...
A data-driven approach to vendor rationalization and engagement for sustainable supply chains
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2016)
Demands for shorter lead times and smaller order quantities, a greater emphasis on sustainable sourcing, and better management of supply chain risks are challenges Li & Fung is addressing by reshaping its relationship with ...