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What is logistics? What is distribution and supply? What is supply chain management? Which elements create distribution and supply space? Which aspects affect storage design? Which information technologies are suitable for distribution and supply systems? What costs affect distribution and supply systems?
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... there are no limiting distribution criteria, then the distribution network can be of the types point, line, star, ring, or flower, i.e. elementary distribution structures (of the 1 st hierarchy). Without limiting criteria, it is not possible to define smaller distribution areas which would be the basis for a structured distribution network and the whole region is equal to one distribution group ( Figure 26). Rule no. 4 (about structuring a distribution region into smaller distribution groups) In the case of distribution limited by limiting distribution criteria there is the possibility to create a structured distribution network and all possible types of distribution networks are to be considered (distribution structures of the 1 st hierarchy and complex distribution structures) (Figure 27). ...
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... The term refers to all logistics aspects both internal and beyond the enterprise. The main aspects of enterprise logistics include supply, internal logistics of production, dispatch and distribution of manufactured goods [4]. The purposeful use of logistics that is based on the immediate needs and interests of one enterprise is usually referred to as enterprise logistics [4,5]. ...
... The main aspects of enterprise logistics include supply, internal logistics of production, dispatch and distribution of manufactured goods [4]. The purposeful use of logistics that is based on the immediate needs and interests of one enterprise is usually referred to as enterprise logistics [4,5]. In business practice, there are a number of issues that enterprise logistics has to solve. ...
In the current era is increasing intention for identifying and mitigating production bottlenecks, particularly in industrial enterprises, by optimizing material and information within the broader context of enterprise logistics. In industrial practice, when applying lean management or any innovation i.e. change in the production process, a common problem is the lack of knowledge of the value stream as a complete system. The efforts of industrial engineers to streamline material flow and warehouse management are closely linked to the reduction of financial resources associated with operations. The paper is focused on improving performance of production process though material flow and storage efficiency increase. The aim of this paper is to describe the implemented analysis of the material and information flow of a selected product and explain the proposed solution to streamline the warehousing system in an industrial enterprise. Desired result was to adjust the size of warehouse at the line, to save production space and to optimize production process in order to maximize the proportion of time in which value is added to the product in the total continuous production time. Different methods (mathematical-statistical calculations, MIFA analysis, MIFD method, guided interview method, observation, GEMBA walk) have been used in the analysis of the current situation. In current turbulent times, when industrial enterprises are pushed to continuously innovate in order to reduce warehousing capacities, it is necessary to continuously improve performance in the context of sustainable business.
... For this reason, the solution must be approached with all seriousness. Allocation is a process that results in the location of the company, warehouse, production, machine and everything that can be allocated on an area or in a specific space [2]. ...
The article deals with the principled solution of allocation and layout of workplaces in a company producing of variety building components. Allocation and layout are very important areas for ensuring the efficient operation of companies engaged in production as well as in commercial activities. Both allocation and layout solutions have a strategic importance for companies. The investigated company produces construction metal elements as a part of modern construction technologies. The problem is related to the constant improving activities in the company in order to ensure its competitiveness on the market. The production process of construction metal elements consists of workplaces such as cutting, drilling, milling, welding and galvanizing. Workplaces for inspection and loading of finished products are non-production. The solution of the project was aimed at streamlining activities in terms of logistics, material flows as well as in terms of safety.
... Resilience is the ability to bounce back from disruptive events or difficulties and return to the original situation after experiencing an anomaly or failure in a production system [19]. When talking about the supply chain, resilience also indicates the ability of the supply chain to cope with uncertainty while maintaining operational continuity [20]. Correct selection and evaluation of suppliers plays a key role in ensuring quality products and fair prices. ...
The publication describes the development of a new method suitable for selecting an environmentally friendly packaging solution in B2C logistics, which is currently facing major challenges. The key for developing the new method is the fact that the selection process is greatly influenced by the ecological aspects of the supplier's solution and the efficiency of working with the proposed solution, as these are the key aspects of the future in logistics. In the results and discussion, we will focus on a specific company that currently uses 14-size variants of cardboard packaging. Based on our analysis, we reduced these to four variants and streamlined the process of ordering, handling and storage of cardboards. Using the OEE metrics, we calculated the feasibility of this solution, which was only at the level of 65% compared to the metrics set by the company's management. With the help of the suppliers, we have designed a new solution that was tested under the same conditions using the OEE metrics. In the test, we have reached the level of 98%, which means a 33% increase in efficiency. At the same time, this solution is highly environmentally friendly and does not use polypropylene adhesive tapes, which pollute the environment. We then compared the results and evaluated the best quotes for both types of cardboards. The newly designed solution is only 4.9% more expensive than the currently used type of cardboard. Based on the results achieved, we can conclude that the new method offers companies the most advanced approach to choosing a suitable solution for B2C logistics.
... MS Excel is used to record errors in deliveries. As the overall evaluation for a certain period of time is not recorded, it follows that in case of multiple errors in the delivered materials, the supplier is not notified of its errors or escalation of the number of erroneous deliveries, which could result in an initiative for the change of the supplier [6,7]. Among the serious errors that are recorded: damaged packaging, undelivered material or only 50% were delivered from the requested amount, the quantity was not delivered in accordance with the agreed number of components in the delivery note, the components are not packed in the agreed packaging or alternative packaging specified in the delivery note, repacking, delivered unknown material, exchanged material, non-conforming batch, non-observed time of arrival of delivery [8]. ...
... As it is presented by Straka et al. [1], distribution logistics provides the physical, organizational and information link between resources and the innovation process. It plays an important role in ensuring the most appropriate way to select, analyze, and transport these resources during the innovation process. ...
The issue of innovations, as well as ecological innovations, is a concept in Slovakia, to which considerable attention is paid because they affect all spheres of society. They relate to production, logistics, sales, and the consumers, who decide on their acceptance on the market. However, the success of innovation in the market depends on several factors that influence the innovation process. They are not just determinants that act pro-innovation and thus support innovation and innovation process. In the innovation process, some factors have the opposite effect and result in forces that suppress the creation of innovation. Therefore, in this article, we focus on mapping the state of pros and cons of innovation forces acting on companies’ innovation process in Slovakia. Based on the above findings, we have identified a large interest in implementing innovations, using an open innovation system to implement innovations and implementing eco-innovation. On the other hand, we have also identified negative factors influencing companies’ innovation process such as lack of financial resources, high bureaucracy, lack of relevant information for creating innovations, low awareness of eco-innovation, etc. Subsequently, based on the findings, we proposed a model for eco-innovation integration into companies’ innovation process in Slovakia, which was the paper’s aim. The proposed model eliminates mainly the negative influencing factors of the innovation process in companies, and at the same time, it should support them for the innovation direction. Implementing the proposed model should lead to an innovation increase in companies, but their positive impact also applies to environmental support and an overall increase in the company´s efficiency in Slovakia.
... Parameters as the inputs for the PDS model and their properties are: T-variable representing the type of goods to be stored, R-variable representing warehouse size, area and volume data of the warehouse and warehouse floors, D-variable representing the type of means of transport by which the goods will be loaded and unloaded, M-variable representing the degree of mechanization and automation for warehouse stock, which determines the type of warehouse receipt, storage and dispatching, S-variable representing the technology used in the warehouse, P-variable representing the handling equipment that will perform storing operation on goods, I-variable representing the use of information technology and the information systems to be used in the warehouse, L-variable representing the people, the number of workers in the warehouse. The author also adds that the PDS model is an instrument for efficiently and quickly determining a conceptual warehouse design [15]. Authors Jacina et al. present the main technical and organizational conditions of designing and modelling warehouses as well as internal and external factors influencing warehouse operation. ...
The warehouse process, as one of many logistics processes, currently holds an irreplaceable position in logistics systems in companies and in the supply chain. The proper function of warehouse operations depends on, among other things, the type of the used technology and their utilization. The research in this article is focused on the design of a warehouse system. The selection of a suitable warehouse system is a current research topic as the warehouse system has an impact on warehouse capacity and utilization and on the speed of storage activities. The paper presents warehouse system design methodology that was designed applying the logistics principle-systematic (system) approach. The starting point for designing a warehouse system represents of the process of design logistics systems. The design process consists of several phases: project identification, design process paradigm selection, system analysis, synthesis, and project evaluation. This article’s contribution is the proposed methodology and design of the warehouse system for the specified conditions. The methodology was implemented for the design of a warehouse system in a cold box, which is a part of a distribution warehouse. The technology of pallet racking was chosen in the warehouse to store pallets. Pallets will be stored and removed by forklifts. For the specified conditions, the warehouse system was designed for two alternatives of racking assemblies, which are served by forklifts. Alternative 1—Standard pallet rack with wide aisles and Alternative 2—Pallet dynamic flow rack. The proposed systems were compared on the basis of selected indicators: Capacity—the number of pallet places in the system, Percentage ratio of storage area from the box area, Percentage ratio of handling aisles from the box area, Access to individual pallets by forklift, Investment costs for 1 pallet space in EUR. Based on the multicriteria evaluation, the Alternative 2 was chosen as the acceptable design of the warehouse system with storage capacity 720 pallet units. The system needs only two handling aisles. Loading and unloading processes are separate from each other, which means that there are no collisions with forklifts. The pallets with the goods are operated on the principle of FIFO (first in, first out), which will facilitate the control of the shelf life of batches or series of products. The methodology is a suitable tool for decision-making in selecting and designing a warehouse system.
... The results of our research study correspond in the same sense to that described in the literature of previous studies related to the periodic review inventory model, but it also contributes to this theoretical construct when determining which small family companies with limited financial budgets and with raw materials highly perishables, this model might be applied effectively by reducing inventory costs, in addition to reducing shortage problems, better time management in the company's operations and possible penalties by its clients [2,3,7,8,17,[22][23][24]. ...
The Mexican family companies must face the challenges of market volatility with greater recurrence, forcing them to use effective tools and models for the proper management of their organizations and inherent activities, such as inventory management. Therefore, this research was carried out at “Moles Santa Monica”, a typical food company located in the city of Puebla, Mexico. This enterprise has reflected a high variability in the administration of its inventories, with a Coefficient of Variation (CV) greater than 0.2 in most of their portfolio products. In this way, the objective of this study was to propose an inventory management model that might reduce the shortages and overstock, and also; improves its performance and profitability when it is managed. The applied methods were Pareto and ABC model to choose correctly the best seller company products. The inventory management model chosen was the periodic review (R, S) as well, for being the most effective and the one that best suited the circumstances of the company in question. Three of the portfolio products were studied (MPP10, MPC10 and COP10) due to they are the most representative in incomes and valuables for the company managers. The results allowed us to propose the review periodic model (R), the optimal quantity of units to produce (Q), the safety stock (Ss) and the maximum inventory (S) for each product. We conclude that this model will help the company to face the uncertainty of the demand. Finally, we include limitations and future studies.
... As it is presented by Straka [9] the distribution logistics provides the organizational, information and physical interface between the innovation process and resources. It is associated with the significant role to arrange the most appropriate way how to select, analyse and transport these sources within the innovation process based on the principle of sustainable development and eco-innovations. ...
... A fent említett változások következtében a gyártási szektorban is jelentős változások következtek be. A gyártási lozó ák pedig alapvetően meghatározzák a globális ellátási láncok kialakítását és jellemzőit [2][3][4]. Ezen változások közül a legfontosabbak a következők: ...
... Therefore, it is very important to constantly inform and disseminate awareness of this issue, as increasing awareness of such innovations could ensure a more positive approach of the customers to the given innovations [41,42], because as Rogers [37] says, the customers are accepting the innovation when they feel no threat at all (it is in the case they are sufficiently informed) and, basically, that innovation will become a tradition. Also, according to Odeck & Bråthen [43], Frischer et al. [44] Parobek et al. [45], Straka [46,47] it is often the case people have a really negative attitude towards the innovations because the lack of proper information and clear explanation. This is the reason why companies must comprehend the customer's requests, preferences and attitudes and then to find the right way how to communicate with customers. ...
The decision about packaging belongs to the most substantial product characteristics. It has impact on the quality of food as well as shopping preferences of consumers. Because the significance of packaging keeps increasing, companies need to take a more innovative approach to packaging policy in the context of ecological innovations. The food packaging industry is largely subject to change from passive to innovative packaging resulting in making the smart packaging. The producing companies, processors of food, logistic operators as well as consumers constantly ask for more innovative packaging (smart packaging) to make products that fulfil standards in the area of quality, safety or identification of products within the logistic chain. The research of understanding and attitudes towards smart packaging as well as evaluation of its utility and requirements was used by the Kano model concept. The aim of the paper is to determine the development of innovation status and the impact of smart packaging on consumers in different age categories in Slovakia. The results show the positive impact of smart packaging on Slovak customers. Innovation status of smart packaging among Slovak customers in determined age categories has increased during the monitored period and younger respondents evaluate the smart packaging as an added value of the product. This added value of smart packaging supports the smart logistics to make the whole logistic chain more effective to develop a decentralized database storing the constantly increasing number of various records, such as product movement or its quality.
