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C/OM/156. Logistics management in theory and practice: case studies of Tesco, Wal-mart and IBM

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2009
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The paper presents the case studies of Tesco, Wal-mart and IBM critically evaluating the application Lean strategy in practice and discussing the aspects of logistics processes, i.e. inventory management, MRP, procurement, warehousing, transportation, logistics relationships, network design and facility location, etc. The management issues involved in logistics decision-making are addressed, the benefits, challenges and suitability of the approach are evaluated.

 

KEYWORDS: Logistics management, grocery retail, Tesco, Wal-mart, IBM,

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