Optimisation of Communication Network Based on Supply Chain Management Model

Abstract

Purpose: This research paper has been pursued with the aim to study correlation among various factors (bandwidth, speed, accuracy, resilience, reliability, interference & installation time), to suggest a model for an efficient communication network (based on Supply Chain Management Model) without any substantial increase in cost, which meets user requirements for different scenarios. The paper attempts to validate a quantification matrix/model of these factors.
Design/Methodology/Approach: Two methods have been adopted for the study. In the first method, a survey from 20 people was carried out to identify the crucial factors and their inter-se priority for an efficient communication network. In the second method, a model of communication network was created and implication of change in user requirement on cost of implementation was studied.
Findings: A standard template cannot be applied for provisioning of communication in various scenarios. The architecture, topology and technology for the network is to be designed specific to the user requirement based on the factors discussed in the paper, namely Time Available for installation of Network, Distances involved, Number of Users and Services Required.