Vehicle Routeing and Scheduling in the Brewing Industry: A Case Study

Presents an in‐depth case study of the practical experience of applying interactive vehicle routeing and scheduling software at a major brewing company in the United Kingdom (UK). Illustrates the use of the software at all levels of transport planning and addresses strategic, tactical and operationa...

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Published in:International journal of physical distribution & logistics management 1994-08, Vol.24 (6), p.27-37
Main Authors: Eibl, Peter G, Mackenzie, Roddy, Kidner, David B
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Breweries
Case studies
Computer peripherals
Customers
Distribution costs
Distribution planning
Inventory
Logistics
Order processing
Packaging
Routes
Schedules
Scheduling
Software
Software packages
Strategic planning
Turnover
Vehicles
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Summary:Presents an in‐depth case study of the practical experience of applying interactive vehicle routeing and scheduling software at a major brewing company in the United Kingdom (UK). Illustrates the use of the software at all levels of transport planning and addresses strategic, tactical and operational issues; comprises a review of the software′s overall implementation and its consequences within the organization. Special attention is given to the critical analysis of both quantitative and qualitative benefits, as well as organizational problems arising from the use of such software.
ISSN:0960-0035
1758-664X
DOI:10.1108/09600039410066169