Interactive Tool
Network Cost vs Service Simulator
Adjust parameters to explore supply chain trade-offs. See how distribution network decisions impact total cost and service levels in real-time.
Parameters
3
110
95.0%
90%99.9%
0.25 (Medium)
0.10 (Low)0.50 (High)
7
1 day30 days
Total Annual Cost$2.8M
Cost Breakdown
Performance Metrics
4.5
Avg Delivery (days)
95.3%
Fill Rate
6.3
Order Cycle (days)
Key Insight
When you increase distribution centers, transportation costs drop but inventory costs rise. The optimal network balances these opposing forces — and the right answer depends on your demand variability and service level requirements.