Imbalance Problem in Inbound and Outbound Logistics Flows
Jirapat Wanitwattanakosol1, Kobkarn Tapanyo2, Nattaya Teepruksa3
1Jirapat Wanitwattanakosol, College of Arts, Media, and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai Thailand.
2Kobkarn Tapanyo, College of Arts, Media, and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai Thailand.
3Nattaya Teepruksa, College of Arts, Media, and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai Thailand.
Manuscript received on 29 May 2019 | Revised Manuscript received on 11 June 2019 | Manuscript Published on 22 June 2019 | PP: 513-515 | Volume-8 Issue-3S, February 2019 | Retrieval Number: C11090283S19/19©BEIESP
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Abstract: This paper presents a SMEs logistics problem by using a real case. Inbound and outbound logistics should be synchronized to reduce cost. However, disturbance and the negative consequence of disturbance have appeared in logistics activities. The case study is located in the northern part of Thailand. It has eighteen delivery transport routes across Chiang Mai province. The research objectives are to 1) measure the delivery performance of the case study, 2) propose an approach for waste reduction in the existing distribution system. Focus groups, direct observations and interviews were chosen to gain insight into the logistics processes. Volumetric weight and on time delivery percentage were analysed and discussed to find out the solution. Eight main activities were drawn in IDEF0 diagram. Some lean tools could be applied to leverage the logistics performance in the future. The key performance indicator target should be also adjusted and revised to set at appropriate levels.
Keywords: Small And Medium Enterprises, Logistics, Lean.
Scope of the Article: Small Batch Manufacturing