Optimizing Supply Chain Operations of a Bottled Water Supplier

Abstract

This case investigates the inventory decisions and delivery optimization of a bottled water supplier. It dissects the key performance indicators of a distributor. The selected KPIs for delivery optimization, inventory management and labor management are optimized using various tools and techniques. The overall finding stretched the possibilities of saving on delivery time and cost followed by huge savings on inventory and warehousing. Slight note to labor utilization has also been touched by key findings from a questionnaire filled by the CEO of Pravy.

Keywords: supply chain management, bottled water supply chain, inventory management, route optimization

JEL Classification: Y90