The retail industry is seeing renewed focus on increasing efficiency and reducing costs. Additionally reducing carbon footprint is an area receiving importance. An efficient retail supply chain has to focus on four aspects namely, Network structure optimization, Delivery mode optimization, Inbound transport optimization, Outbound transport optimization. Inventory and demand planning to reduce stock-outs and improve service levels are key levers for better management.

Some of the important challenges for a retail chain are:

• What is the optimal plan for number and location of facilities like warehouses or cross docks to serve retail locations?
• How to increase inventory turns?
• How to reduce replenishment lead times?
• How to reduce transportation costs?

Harapa solutions for retail include:

• Supply Chain Network design solution
• Transportation planning solution
• Inventory and demand planning
• Vehicle routing and dispatch
• Supply Chain Visibility