Factors Influencing Distribution Network Design Distribution network performance evaluated along two dimensions at the highest level: Customer needs that are met(customer) Cost of meeting customer needs(supply chain) Distribution network design options must therefore be compared according to their impact on customer service and the cost to provide this level of service SEIEE AU406 4-8+ - SEIEE AU406 4-8 Factors Influencing Distribution Network Design  Distribution network performance evaluated along two dimensions at the highest level:  Customer needs that are met(customer)  Cost of meeting customer needs(supply chain)  Distribution network design options must therefore be compared according to their impact on customer service and the cost to provide this level of service