... anyLogistix Greenfield Analysis (GFA) to test potential locations for new distribution centers (DC). They also used it to check the actual locations against demand density in different regions. In addition, the company utilized Network Optimization (NO) to configure optimal demand handling over the planning period. They made specific changes, such as adding new DCs and adjusting inventory policies in alignment with food logistics needs. These adjustments contributed to a possible reduction in ...

... built a supply chain digital twin for a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company that sells personal care products. CHALLENGE: Supply chains for consumer-packaged goods (CPG) are typically very complex, and the supply chain in question is no exception. It is comprised of factories, warehouses, hubs, and distribution centers all over India. The performance of the supply chain is characterized by considerable variability, including: Demand variation Transportation ...

... bill of materials (BOM) structure can be described as follows: Large parent rolls are split into main products and by-products. By-products can include other demanded products. Any remaining portion is treated as waste (with no matching demand). A cutting stock scenario: dividing a large parent roll into smaller product sizes, waste is shown in black (click to enlarge) To capture operational realities, thousands of feasible ...

... logistics systems are to overall performance and customer satisfaction. CHRISTMAS TREES: THE MOST SEASONAL PRODUCT Presents bought on e-commerce sites are, of course, important, but they need to be put under a green tree, a true Christmas symbol! There is no winter holiday without them, and evergreen trees are a classic example of Christmas logistics at work. They take years to grow, but their entire sales season lasts only a few weeks. Harvesting, transportation, and distribution must be precisely timed ...

... SimPlan chose anyLogistix for supply chain planning due to its advanced capabilities in simulating and optimizing complex networks. anyLogistix enabled SimPlan to run multiple optimization scenarios and evaluate different network configurations. No other tool provided such level of insights into logistics costs, production flows, and regional service levels. With anyLogistix, SimPlan was able to identify cost-effective scenarios and eliminate inefficient ones. OUTCOME: SimPlan conducted ...