Practical Management Science
Practical Management Science
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ISBN: 9781305250901
Author: Wayne L. Winston, S. Christian Albright
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 12, Problem 46P

a)

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To determine: The (R, Q) policy where the company must meet a service level of 96% of all the demand is met with the on-hand inventory.

Inventory and supply chain models:

The functions of inventory and supply chain are one of the most important business decision areas for an organization. The first important aspect of these concepts is to have adequate inventory on hand. The second important aspect is to carry a little amount of inventory as possible.

b)

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To determine: The maximum value the company would be willing to pay.

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