Distribution of Soap X in East Java Region with Bhumal Method and Traveling Salesman Problem

Abstract

The product distribution process is an effort by producers to deliver their products to consumers with a registered and programmed system. Product distribution to consumers must be handled carefully and carefully. Because this can be one of the obstacles for companies in winning competition with other companies if the distribution speed is not high. The speed or slowness of product distribution to consumers, one of which depends on the proximity between the dealer's warehouse and the market (consumers). The purpose of this data presentation and analysis is to better understand how to make data, analyse, and make conclusions that can determine a decision on a logistics process in general and bar soap products with transportation cost optimisation using the bhumal method and Traveling Salesman Problem.