Examine the production and distribution networks of FFF and DDD and prepare a report detailing
your proposals for changes to the network in the short and long term and the potential savings
achievable. You do not need to submit your Excel model – a summary of your results should be
included in the report. Your report should be no more than 2000 words (excluding references and
appendices)
Your report should include:
a) An analysis of the current distribution networks for FFF and DDD including:
a. The total cost for the FFF and DDD operations – including a brief description of the
model set up and a presentation of the calculated costs. (25 Marks)
b. A map of the current distribution networks (5 Marks)
c. A brief analysis of the current situation – including identification of the dominating
cost, a discussion of the root causes of the calculated costs and graphs (15 Marks)
b) A proposal for how you would combine the distribution networks of the two companies in the
short term (1 – 2yrs) including details of the changes you would make. Your proposal should
include:
a. An estimate of the savings you expect to be achieved. (10 Marks)
b. A discussion and justification of the reasons for your proposed changes. (15 Marks)
(Note: In this timescale it will not be possible to acquire and open new facilities or reconfigure
manufacturing plants, but facilities may be closed if required).
c) A proposal for how the network could be modified in the longer term – you should include
logical reasons and justification for your ideas and an estimate of the savings that could be
achieved. (25 Marks)
d) A map of either your long or short term proposal. (5 Marks)
Marks will be awarded to each section according to the marks in brackets
