LNDS

Logistics Network Design System

Design optimal supply chain networks with advanced facility location algorithms, transportation optimization, and comprehensive cost analysis to minimize total logistics costs while maximizing service levels

Network Design Problem Solving

Transportation Problem

Optimize product flow from suppliers to warehouses to customers, minimizing transportation costs while meeting demand and capacity constraints

Facility Location

Determine optimal locations for warehouses and distribution centers considering fixed costs, variable costs, and customer proximity

Integrated Network Design

Comprehensive optimization combining facility location with transportation planning for end-to-end supply chain network design

Powerful Features

Real-Network Distances

Calculate actual road distances using OSRM or geodesic methods for accurate transportation cost estimation

Interactive Street Maps

Visualize network flows, facility locations, and coverage areas on interactive maps with multiple tile options

Cost Breakdown Analysis

Detailed analysis of fixed costs, variable costs, and transportation costs with visual breakdowns

Multi-Node Data Import

Import suppliers, warehouses, and customers from Excel with automatic geocoding and validation

PDF Report Generation

Export comprehensive network design reports with maps, flow tables, and cost analysis in PDF format

Scenario Analysis

Compare multiple network configurations with what-if analysis and sensitivity testing

Powerful Visualization

Network Design Visualization

Interactive Network Maps

  • Real-time flow visualization
  • Color-coded capacity utilization
  • Supplier, warehouse, and customer markers
  • Multiple map tile options
  • Route flow arrows with volume indicators
  • Coverage area analysis

See LNDS In Action

LNDS Saudi Arabia Network

Regional Network Analysis

Geographic distribution analysis with optimal facility placement recommendations

Distribution Hub Analysis

Global Supply Chain Design

Customer allocation to hubs with coverage analysis and cost breakdown

Analysis Tools

Cost Analysis

  • Fixed facility costs
  • Variable handling costs
  • Transportation costs
  • Total cost breakdown

Scenario Comparison

  • What-if analysis
  • Side-by-side comparison
  • Sensitivity testing
  • Impact visualization

Export & Reports

  • PDF reports
  • Excel data export
  • Map screenshots
  • Executive summaries

Optimization Capabilities

Total Cost Minimization

Optimize for minimum total logistics cost including fixed, variable, and transportation costs

Capacity Constraints

Respect supplier and warehouse capacity limits while meeting all customer demand

Max Driving Range

Enforce maximum driving distance per shipment for delivery time compliance

Utilization Analysis

Track and optimize facility utilization rates for balanced network loading

Lead Time Estimation

Calculate delivery lead times based on distance and average driving speeds

Multi-Objective Optimization

Balance cost, service level, and risk in network design decisions

15%
Logistics Cost Reduction
25%
Better Facility Utilization
1000+
Nodes Supported
< 5min
Optimization Time

Use Cases

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Distribution Network Redesign

Evaluate current network performance and optimize facility locations for cost reduction

📦

New Market Entry

Determine optimal warehouse locations when expanding to new geographic regions

🔄

M&A Network Integration

Consolidate and optimize logistics networks after mergers and acquisitions

🌍

Global Sourcing Strategy

Optimize supplier selection and allocation across global supply networks

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Capacity Planning

Determine optimal facility capacities based on demand forecasts and growth plans

Risk Mitigation

Design resilient networks with backup facilities and redundant transportation routes

Ready to Design Your Optimal Network?

Schedule a personalized demo to see how LNDS can help you reduce logistics costs and improve network efficiency

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