PRIN.OF OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT-MYOMLAB
PRIN.OF OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT-MYOMLAB
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ISBN: 9780135226742
Author: HEIZER
Publisher: PEARSON
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To determine: The best storage location to minimize the average distance travelled.

Introduction: Supply chain management is one of the important elements of a business which impacts business product development. With expanding businesses in global conditions, supply chain activities can impact on the cost effectiveness of these businesses.

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