4C4More

Start: June 2010

Period: 4 years

The R&D project 4C4more addresses one of the three main themes of the Innovation Program Logistics and Supply Chains: Cross Chain Control Centers, in short 4C. The key idea behind 4C is to create economies of scale and scope through inter- and intra-supply-chain collaboration. Economies of scale refer to more efficient use of scarce physical resources and materials, whereas economies of scope refer to more effective use of scarce human resources. Creating such economies of scale and scope boosts profitability of companies involved in 4C activities, while more efficient use of scarce resources and materials contributes to a sustainable planet. It is our vision that 4C activities are essential for coping with ever more demanding customers, ever complex product offerings to the market and ever more complex manufacturing and distribution networks.

Research on planning and control of supply chains in The Netherlands is world-wide recognized as leading. In particular the close link between research and industry on this topic is unique. This has lead to succesful implementations of seed research. This strong scientific position and the proven record of practical applicability of scientific concepts developed are the basis for extending this track record to cross chain planning and control. With the establishment of Dinalog there is a unique incubator environment to translate research into new business activities, such as cross chain forecasting services, planning services, finance services, etc.

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Project manager: Prof. A.G. de Kok (email address: a.g.d.kok@tue.nl)