Modeling and deriving strategic logistic measures

In order to thrive in global markets enterprises have to distinguish themselves from their competitors not only by manufacturing high quality products at low costs, but also with a superior logistic performance. A high logistic performance is aided by means of Logistic Operating Curves (LOC). These can be utilized in modeling the effects of logistic measures. Based on the LOC, a Decision Support System (DSS) can be designed that uses standard financial mathematics to evaluate appropriate measures and measure bundles, based on the specific situation. This should permit the user to choose the most efficient measures.