Considerations for Designing Physical Distribution Network Before the Pandemic cl.e. what did HEB do before the lesson of covid 19 disruption?). With the current targeted market segments and customers (see above), what are the major factors influencing the configuration design) of HEB's HCF toilet paper distribution network before the covid 19 pandemic? Briefly explain in a structured manner how each of these factors influences the configuration and provide supporting business examples What are the crucial demand uncertainties as well as supply uncertainties for the supply chain before the pandemic? Give real life examples to further illustrate your analysis Then, briefly explain in a structured manner how responsiveness is affected by the configuration and provide supporting business examples On the other hand, what are the major costs affected by distribution network configuration (design)? Briefly explain in a structured manner how each of these costs is affected by the configuration and provide supporting business examples Like any other supply chains in the supermarket industry, HEB needs to make two key decisions in designing configuring its distribution network. In your opinion, how do you evaluate these two decisions 1. Should HEB deliver its toilet paper and grocery to customers (either directly or indirectly) or let its customers pick up the products at particular locations? Briefly explain your rationale. Provide example(s) if you prefer. Do not hesitate to refer to the Powerpoint class notes if needed. 2. Should the distribution of HEB's products flow through intermediate point(s). 1.c, transit hubis? Briefly explain your rationale. Provide example() if you prefer. Do not hesitate to refer to the Powerpoint class notes if needed