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Study and suggestions on inbound logistics for vehicle utilisation: A case study

Publication Type : Journal Article

Publisher : International Journal of Innovation and Sustainable Development

Source : International Journal of Innovation and Sustainable Development, Volume 6, Number 3, p.237-264 (2012)

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Campus : Coimbatore

School : School of Engineering

Department : Mechanical Engineering

Verified : Yes

Year : 2012

Abstract : A service provider for a global textile machinery manufacturing organisation has been managing the inbound logistics operations for the subcontracted items. The payment terms is fixed with service provider such that a fixed amount is paid to it based on the vehicles utilised per day. Such kind of an agreement calls for better utilisation of vehicles in terms of running time. This paper presents some of the observations and areas of improvement for better utilisation of vehicles so that the transportation overheads for the subcontracted items are reduced. Copyright © 2012 Inderscience Enterprises Ltd.

Cite this Research Publication : K. Ganesh, R. A. Malairajan, M. N. Qureshi, Dr. Anbuudayasankar S. P., and M. K. Barua, “Study and suggestions on inbound logistics for vehicle utilisation: A case study”, International Journal of Innovation and Sustainable Development, vol. 6, pp. 237-264, 2012.

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