Inbound supply network optimization is designed to provide industrial manufacturers with the ability to optimize the structure of their inbound supply chains—including internal and external capacities, inventory locations and quantities, logistics, containers, and part plans. Inbound supply network optimization can provide the capability to consider different scenarios, including global versus local sourcing to arrive at the least-landed cost approach for part supply.
Capabilities of the i2 solution for inbound supply network optimization can include:
- Combination of LP/MIP multi-period optimization and discrete event simulation
- Deep and rich representation capabilities for facilities, processes, parts, and costs
- "What-if" scenario analysis
Benefits of the i2 solution for inbound supply network optimization can include:
- Reduced material costs
- Reduced transportation costs
- Reduced warehouse and handling costs
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