Decision-Making for the Bakery Product Transportation usingLinear Programming

Muhammad Saqlain

Authors

Muhammad Saqlain Departments of Mathematics, Faculty of Science Author

Keywords:

Transportation Problem; Decision-Making;Operational Research Model; Optimal Solution; Various Analytical Methods

Abstract

This research paper presents a case study of a food chain in Pakistan that aims to transport its bakery products from the manufacturing unit in Islamabad to remote northern regions of the country while minimizingthe total cost of distribution and transportation. The study employs various analytical methods, including linear programming, network optimization, and simulation modelling, to identify the optimal transportation solution that considers geographical barriers, infrastructural limitations, seasonal fluctuations, and regulatory constraints. The researchdelves into the underlying factors that contribute to the complexity and challenges of delivering goods to remote areas and explores the potential benefits of adopting a more holistic and integrated approach totransportation management. The study provides valuable insights and actionable recommendations for the Pakistani food chain and contributes to the broader field of transportation and logistics management.

Author Biography

Muhammad Saqlain, Departments of Mathematics, Faculty of Science

Departments of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), Bangkok 10140,Thailand

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