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Excel Logistics Services

Abstract

This case can be used to introduce statistical process control (SPC). It looks at the introduction of SPC into a distribution center servicing a department store chain. The case focuses on the receiving process in the distribution center and describes how SPC methodology is introduced. The ideas discussed include run charts, pareto diagrams, and control limits.

Type

Case

Author(s)

Sunil Chopra

Date Published

01/01/2004

Citations

Chopra, Sunil. Excel Logistics Services. Case 5-104-005 (KEL019).

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