- supply chain/transport sector
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World Class Distribution
Striking the Optimal Balance of Outsourcing, Sustainable Network Design and Technology in Distribution Strategy
Event Date: 15-16 Sep 2008
Location: Hotel Stephanie Bristol, Brussels, Belgium
- key conference topics
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- ASSESSING DISTRIBUTION STRATEGY ON AN EUROPEAN SCALE
- DISTRIBUTION NETWORK OPTIMISATION / DISTRIBUTION OUTSOURCING
- DISTRIBUTION STRATEGY PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
- COLLABORATIVE DISTRIBUTION
- DISTRIBUTION TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION
- key conference features
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- Optimise the distribution network on an extended supply chain scale with Electrolux
- Forge efficient and long-term strategic partnerships with 3PL and 4PL providers with Mars
- Understand how cutting edge software can significantly increase distribution efficiency and overall performance with Levi Strauss EMEA
- Effectively manage the significant characteristics of a world class distribution strategy with Heineken
- conference focus
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Distribution strategy continues to be at the core of logistics excellence Distribution strategy continues to be at the core of logistics excellence. Companies that feature joined up, well integrated and efficient distribution networks benefit from reduced lead time, increased customer service and the liberty of expanding the logistics footprint in relation to customer clusters. In an age of increasing globalisation, more demanding customers and constantly changing consumer trends, companies are investing significantly more time, money and planning focus on optimising the distribution strategy. Outsourcing, network optimisation, distribution centre design and promoting the green revolution comprise key focal points on the modern day distribution agenda. Attend this 2-day journey into distribution excellence to identify strategic bottlenecks and drive network efficiency.