Compare and contrast warehouses which are solely utilised for the fulfilment of internet orders with those which solely supply bricks and mortar stores

 

Question 2: 2.1 Compare and contrast warehouses which are solely utilised for the fulfilment of internet orders with those which solely supply bricks and mortar stores. (500 words) 2.2 Evaluate and decide whether retailers who are looking to increase their on-line presence but retain their high street stores should operate separate distribution centres and fulfilment centres or amalgamate the operations under one roof. (600 words) 2.3 How will you go about deciding the most appropriate location(s) for this/these warehouses? (500 words) 2.4 Rank in order of importance the criteria used in this decision. (400words) More detail in attached “Warehouse Management ” document * Maximum 4000 words excludes tables and figures. * Require 28-35 sources. * Require recent/up-to-date information and source. * Focus on critical analysis; argument for and against. * Provide some industry/real business examples. * No need to include introduction and conclusion