1. Please read the Marico

2. Please prepare a report, which should include a detailed synopsis of the case study and a detailed response to each of the following discussion questions:

a) What is the main objective and challenge that Marico is facing and what components should be considered?

b) What steps should be followed for warehouse optimization, considering the factors that impact warehousing and transportation, and how should the various components be represented mathematically to identify and optimal warehouse location?

c) What problems is Arun facing and what approach is he taking to mitigate them?

d) What is the best way to identify an initial set of candidates for warehouse locations?

e) What steps are involved in selecting a warehouse location and how are the calculations completed in real-time?

f) What should be Auruns final recommendation and what factors should he consider?