Defining the Best distribution Network for Grocery Retail Stores

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2016
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Pedro Amorim
Sara Sofia Martins
Eduardo Ferian Curcio
Bernardo Almada-Lobo
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Large food retailers have to deal with a complex distribution network with multiple distribution centres, different temperature requirements, and a vast range of store formats. This project used an optimization-simulation approach to help food retailer Sonae MC make the best decisions regarding product-warehouse-outlet assignment, product delivery modes planning and fleet sizing.
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