Available On-demand (Originally released May 6, 2008)

There’s little doubt that companies are looking to lower supply chain operating costs in the face of mounting pressures such as consumer driven-demand, rising logistics costs, and increased complexity due to manufacturing outsourcing and shortened product life cycles.

Network optimization is seen by many as a key strategy to meet these objectives. But what are the real benefits that can be achieved? How do you know if network optimization is right for you specific operation?

This complimentary webcast is designed to help logistics and supply chain managers determine if network optimization will produce a tangible benefit. Shippers will learn the realistic expectations of cost savings and how to conduct the exercise to obtain optimal savings.

And to illustrate what the process looks and feels like, Tyco Safety Products will share the story behind the process the comapny went through and describe the benefits gained during its recent optimization exercise.

Presenters will include:
Dr. Jeffrey Camm, Professor and Head of the Department of Quantitative Analysis, University of Cincinnati

Dale Doss, Director, Logistics & Distribution, Tyco Safety Products