Queuing at eCycle Services
This new supply chain management case study examines the challenges faced by a leading recycling business in efficiently unloading city trailers that deliver electronic waste. eCycle faces stiff fines if it cannot unload trailers on a timely basis, yet it must handle growing volume without compromis...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Pearson
2013
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| Edition: | 1st edition |
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| Collection: | O'Reilly - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
| Summary: | This new supply chain management case study examines the challenges faced by a leading recycling business in efficiently unloading city trailers that deliver electronic waste. eCycle faces stiff fines if it cannot unload trailers on a timely basis, yet it must handle growing volume without compromising workplace safety--all while remaining profitable. Addressing critical queuing concepts in a real-world environment, this case study offers exceptional value to both supply chain students and practitioners. Authors: Janice Eliasson, University of Calgary; Brent Snider, University of Calgary |
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| Item Description: | Made available through: Safari, an O'Reilly Media Company |
| Physical Description: | 8 pages |
| ISBN: | 9780133757873 |