Abstract
Multi‐compartment distribution can lead to significant cost reductions and environmental savings. In the Dutch catering supply chain lead times have to become shorter, the delivery frequency needs to increase and the product and process quality must improve to meet new and strict food safety regulations (HACCP). To anticipate these market developments a high quality and efficient distribution system is necessary. Therefore, it is necessary to have knowledge and insight regarding the logistics of delivering fresh produce, other chilled products, dry groceries and frozen products in one consignment to caterers. First, the current logistic performance of the Dutch catering chain was analysed and performance indicators and logistic scenarios were formulated. Then, a model was built for the simulation of these logistic scenarios. The two most promising alternative scenarios for all supply chain partners were tested in a real‐life situation. The outcome of this pilot was used to validate and refine the model.
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