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Fig. 16.5
Logistics network of a beverage company
the transportation mode to be utilized (especially from plants to DCs rail
transportation is a valid option).
A beverage company is also engaged in reverse logistics activities through the
return of empty flagons to the manufacturing plant. Typically, a logistics service
provider combines the delivery of beverages to customers with the collection of
empty refillable beverage containers.
16.4.2
Logistics Network Design of a Logistics Service
Provider Company
LND is a crucial problem for logistics service provider (LSP) companies since
they offer warehousing and transportation services to multiple manufacturers having
specific requirements. A typical LSP company generally operates based on yearly
contracts, each defining the level of integration to be provided to the customer.
This can range from basic services, which mainly handle the transportation aspect
of the overall distribution network, to integrated logistics activities, which can
even include packaging, labeling, and customs clearance type of services. The
design of the network of such a company is, of course, influenced by the level
of integration. Nevertheless, a typical LSP usually operates several DCs and the
