Optimizing Supply Chain Efficiency through Data-Driven Process Innovation in Logistics Coordination

Natik Projects, a dynamic engineering firm, is part of transformative 10-year project in Nunavut to construct 3,000 houses across various remote communities. This ambitious project presents unique challenges, particularly in logistics, procurement, and project management, given the harsh environment and limited infrastructure in Nunavut. One of the key daily operational challenges revolves around coordinating goods transportation via air, road, and sea. Ensuring timely and seamless delivery through these channels is essential to avoid costly delays. Additionally, sourcing materials from suppliers and resolving transportation disruptions in real time are critical to keeping the supply chain running smoothly. This project also demands detailed cost-benefit and time analysis when working with freight providers to ensure that Natik Projects employs the most efficient and cost-effective transportation methods.

In addressing these challenges, this research project will focus on creating a logistics coordination framework designed to minimize delays and improve efficiency. A demand forecasting model will be developed using data from Sage100 to optimize inventory levels, ensuring that materials are available when needed without overstocking or shortages.

The outcomes of this project will provide Natik Projects with process improvements, cost savings, and time efficiencies. A comprehensive report will document the gains achieved through improved logistics coordination and procurement strategies, while further recommendations will be offered based on a cross-functional analysis of vendor performance and supply chain innovations.

Faculty Supervisor:

Parminder Singh Kang;Ting Cao

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Partner:

Natik Projects (2007) Inc.

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Construction and infrastructure

University:

MacEwan University

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