IMPROVEMENT OF OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY IN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Andreea Madalina ALEXANDRU, Irina SEVERIN

Abstract


Supply chain efficiency is essential for companies aiming for competitiveness, customer satisfaction, continuous improvement and efficient digitalization. This paper aims to show how algorithms such as the 3D Algorithm can improve space utilization in transport vehicles, examining the impact on reducing logistics costs. The implementation of these advanced optimization algorithms allows the logistics department to achieve higher truck loading rates and more efficient transport routes. The proposed study is based on the functionality of a Current Data System and to integrate new data into the new 3D Algorithm under test. Finally, this paper serves as a working tool for the logistics department and presents the development trend of supply chain efficiency. 

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