http://smartech.gatech.edu/handle/1853/27035 Fall 2008 Finalists Search the Channel search http://smartech.gatech.edu/simple-search http://smartech.gatech.edu/handle/1853/27039 Title: World Food Programme Supply Chain Optimization <br/> <br/>Authors: Morales, Alvaro; Bah, Elhadj; Wade, James; Li, Lawrence; Jimenez, Manuel; Aviles, Santiago <br/> <br/>Abstract: The team worked with the World Food Programme - food aid arm of the United Nations- on two supply chain problems: lack of smooth operations due to variability in donations, and lack of a standardized inventory management methodology. They created an inventory ordering tool ready for immediate implementation and a mathematical model of the supply chain to optimize its operations and study long-term strategic changes. When tested on historic and simulated data the inventory management tool and redesigned supply chain with the location of commodity pre-positioning depots demonstrated significant benefits in increased service levels and decreased costs. <br/> <br/>Description: Presented on December 10, 2008 from 6 to 7:30 pm in the Instructional Center, room 205 on the Georgia Tech campus. Tue, 09 Dec 2008 22:58:59 GMT http://smartech.gatech.edu/handle/1853/27038 Title: Application of Real-time Simulation to Improve Patient Satisfaction, Emory Crawford Long Hospital <br/> <br/>Authors: Santo Domingo, Eileen; Qureshi, Junaid; Braza, Mark; Grivas, Nick; Williams, Ryan; Soler, Vivian <br/> <br/>Abstract: The team developed a predictive tool for patient wait-times in Emergency Departments. The tool utilizes discrete-event simulation in combination with real-time data to generate predictions. This work will enable low-severity patients to be scheduled in off-peak hours while increasing customer satisfaction and recapturing lost revenue from patients who leave prior to treatment completion. <br/> <br/>Description: Presented on December 10, 2008 from 6 to 7:30 pm in the Instructional Center, room 205 on the Georgia Tech campus. Tue, 09 Dec 2008 22:58:59 GMT http://smartech.gatech.edu/handle/1853/27037 Title: Distribution Center Location and Expansion Plan, Platt Electric Supply <br/> <br/>Authors: Cermenaro, Sara; Duarte, Jonathan; Vásquez, Julio; Villegas, Mariana; Virgil, Taylor; Willis, Luis <br/> <br/>Abstract: The project provided Platt Electric, the largest private wholesale electric supply distributor in the western United States, with different options for the expansion of their business and the addition of 110 branches. Using demand forecasting and robust optimization modeling, the team recommended implementation plans including when and where to locate new distribution centers (DCs), the branch opening schedule, and the branch allocation to the DCs over time. The team's recommendations could save Platt approximately $3.2 million per year over the intended implementation period. <br/> <br/>Description: Presented on December 10, 2008 from 6 to 7:30 pm in the Instructional Center, room 205 on the Georgia Tech campus.; Item removed from view at request of Platt Electric Supply. Tue, 09 Dec 2008 22:58:59 GMT http://smartech.gatech.edu/handle/1853/27036 Title: Improving Operations at Manheim Seattle <br/> <br/>Authors: Fetic, Sanin; Gordillo, Alejandro; Gouws, Jacques; Guzman, Jorge; Mills, Lindsay; Reinhard, Margaret; Tovey, Craig <br/> <br/>Abstract: The team recommended facility and operational changes for Manheim, the world's largest automobile resale company, at its Seattle site. The changes should increase net revenue by 14%, or $5.4 million annually, at a capital cost of $850,000. The team also clarified the impact of short queues during auctions, and performed a pilot study productivity comparison of 77 auction sites. Because of the company-wide implications of these analyses, the group will reprise its report at the parent company headquarters, Cox enterprises, to executives of both companies. Recommendations were derived from innovative data capture, detailed simulations, 3D facility layout models, and optimization-based productivity assessment. <br/> <br/>Description: Presented on December 10, 2008 from 6 to 7:30 pm in the Instructional Center, room 205 on the Georgia Tech campus.; First Place Winners, Fall 2008 Best of Senior Design.; Introductory remarks by Craig Tovey. Tue, 09 Dec 2008 22:58:59 GMT