Supply Chain Management and Logistics
goods and could trigger stock-outs in the distribution channel. In the worst case scenario, theft can also affect the facility location decision since most companies tend to avoid locating their facilities in places with high theft rates (Murphy & Knemeyer, 2014). Moreover, the stolen goods are likely to emerge in the market at lower prices thus competing with the company’s products, which have passed through the proper distribution channels. 10-7. How Does Multiclient Warehousing Mix Attributes of Public and Contract Warehousing? Many companies are adopting multi-client or commonly known as shared warehousing to enjoy the various advantages of public and contract warehousing. Multiclient warehousing mixes attributes of public and… Continue Reading...