takeover in 1999, this paper demonstrates how policies designed to reduce inventory costs and slim the distribution pipeline … the Volvo illustration a manufacturer’s reengineering of its distribution chain evolved into a complete recasting of its … distributors and dealers and shows how Volvo’s new structure curtails the distribution role of foreign sales subsidiaries and …

Three theory‐based hypotheses related to distribution chains and quality perceptions are advanced and examined … empirically. The reported findings show that upstream channel members place more emphasis on distribution quality, while …

networks and operations routings, in both manufacturing and distribution networks, are combined into a single structure. Design …/methodology/approach – The framework is described along with illustrated numerical examples in the manufacturing and distribution environments …

distribution, in order to propose a model capable of integrating production and distribution planning for a simultaneous … integrated analysis of a production‐distribution system, an exploratory case study in the Italian industry of modular kitchens … better integration of production‐distribution systems are proposed; the solutions are characterized by increasing levels of …

, with a particular focus on the distribution of medicines from a wholesaler to clinics. Currently, there are issues with …

developing online news services, which do not have the distribution costs of a physical product, enable the customisation of …

contexts. Findings – The paper found application of core SCM concepts to a leader distribution firm. “Thinking global and …

Purpose – This case study aims to examine the role of demand management in balancing distribution efficiency and … customers. The use of demand management techniques to help improve distribution efficiency without significantly impacting on … as customer segmentation and price discrimination, can help improve overall distribution efficiency of the supply chain …

’ attempts at improving efficiency at their regional distribution centres have resulted in the growing use of consolidation …, to food manufacturers. The distribution of these costs is asymmetric, with smaller firms bearing the greater costs.  …