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a)
To determine: The suitable outsourcing provider for logistics services using factor- rating method.
Introduction:
Factor-rating method:
The factor-rating method is a quantitative approach to make a decision from various alternatives such that the decision is beneficial to the firm involved. This method is utilized to decide on new layout, new locations, best supplier, outsourcing providers etc.
b)
To determine: The suitable outsourcing provider for logistics services using factor- rating method when the weights are changed.
Introduction:
Factor-rating method:
The factor-rating method is a quantitative approach to make a decision from various alternatives such that the decision is beneficial to the firm involved. This method is utilized to decide on new layout, new locations, best supplier, outsourcing providers etc.
c)
To determine: The suitable outsourcing provider for logistics services using factor- rating method when there is 10% increase in Overnight Shipping ratings.
Introduction:
Factor-rating method:
The factor-rating method is a quantitative approach to make a decision from various alternatives such that the decision is beneficial to the firm involved. This method is utilized to decide on new layout, new locations, best supplier, outsourcing providers etc.
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