PART A (Individual) - Model Run and Initial Results: Starboard navigator logility NDO

Set up a Starboard Navigator BASELINE model and defining the foundational structure of the existing and potential network, including locations, products, and handling capabilities, while entering all relevant data. Before diving into the model creation process, it is essential to spend some time inspecting the data found in CaseStudy1 Network Data.xls and CaseStudy1 Cost Data.xls. This examination should encompass understanding the data sources, the process of obtaining it in its current format, and your initial insights into what the optimal solution may entail.

It is imperative to record the BASELINE model specifications and ensure it is fully operational. All warehouses should be functional and serve the customers. The goal is to replicate the actual Creamery business operations within Starboard Navigator and validate that the model correctly reflects the intended flows, shipment quantities, and other key aspects.

Once the initial model build is complete, please provide responses to the following questions:

1. Elaborate on the steps taken to accomplish this section, including an explanation of how you imported the database and established the baseline and optimized model (2 point).

1. Capture full-screen images of the summary results of the baseline model and the optimized model (2 points).

1. Capture full-screen images of the customer assignment map in the baseline model and the optimized model, depicting the connections between nodes (2 points).

1. Compare your initial expectations (baseline model) with the solution offered, addressing the following questions:
   1. Highlight any unexpected findings or outcomes (3 points).
   2. Assess whether the final costs of the optimized model align with the input data and appear reasonable (2 points).
   3. Discuss potential reasons for any discrepancies and outline approaches for proposing a solution through additional tool usage and investigative runs (2 points).
   4. Describe the process necessary to gain team and management approval for your findings and proposed actions (2 points).