Problem
Objective:
To develop a comprehensive logistics plan for a fictional company dealing with the transportation of perishable goods, considering factors such as cost, efficiency, and compliance with industry regulations.
Instructions:
Choose a fictional company that deals with the transportation of perishable goods (e.g., fruits, vegetables, dairy products, etc.).
Research and analyze the current logistics process of the company, including:
I. The transportation modes used, the suppliers, the distribution channels, and the storage facilities.
II. Identify the main challenges and bottlenecks in the current logistics process.
III. Propose and evaluate alternative solutions to improve the logistics process, considering factors such as cost, efficiency, and compliance with industry regulations.
IV. Develop a comprehensive logistics plan, including a detailed description of the transportation modes, the suppliers, the distribution channels, and the storage facilities to be used.
V. Establish a system to monitor and evaluate the performance of the logistics process and to continuously improve it.