Análise logística para definição da localização de um centro de distribuição de bebidas em Fortaleza/CE

Abstract

The aim of this study is to verify if the current location of a distribution center for a liquor manufacturer (beer and soft drinks) located in Ceará, is the best of the available options in order to optimize the level of service offered, also taking into account delivery time and cost involved. Making use of the literature review, we raised the main techniques seconds renowned authors location and method stochastic simulation was the most appropriate for the analysis of the problem taking into account the information available. Then this work addressed some concepts regarded as fundamental to understanding the logistics, location of distribution centers and taxation and taxes. After a case study which were detailed all these variables turned out to be determined, based on very similar freight costs, shorter time between the total monthly deliveries and the possibility of inclusion in programs that provide tax subsidized by tax benefits, the implementation of the Distribution Center in Ceará bar was really the right one.