Chapter II Designing the Supply Chain Network

Chapter II Designing the Supply Chain Network-

2.1 Introduction

2.2 Role of Distribution Network

2.3 Factors Influencing Distribution Network Design

2.4 Design Options for a Distribution Network

2.5 E-business and its Impact

2.5.1 Advantages of E-business-
Worldwide presence
Cost effective marketing and promotions
Developing a competitive strategy
Better customer service

2.5.2 Disadvantages of E-business-
Sectoral limitations
Costly e-business solutions for optimisation

2.6 Distribution Networks in Practice

2.7 Distribution Network Design in the Supply Chain

2.8 Factors Affecting Network Design Decisions

2.9 Supply Chain Model

Recommended Reading:

• Chopra S., 2010. Supply Chain Management, Pearson Education India, 4th ed.,ISBN8131730719, 9788131730713, p.578.

• Joris J. A. Leeman, 2010. Supply Chain Management, BoD – Books on Demand, ISBN 3839137918,
  9783839137918, p.250.
• Shah J., 2009. Supply Chain Management: Text and Cases, Pearson Education India, ISBN 8131715175 ,
  9788131715178, p.472.