Simulation Research of Chain Management’s Distribution Network

Abstract

In this paper, in terms of the problems existing in franchising management area, such as low efficiency, poor timeliness and high transportation cost, a simulation model for franchising management network was created with Anylogic. This model can be used to centered distribution network as well distributed distribution network. Orders can be processed in total measure batch and time window batch, which enhanced the adaptability of the model. With the data from a franchised retailer as the input, the model was tested and the output data was analyzed, so to made right decision about the truck loading strategy and route planning strategy according to the customers’ needs.