Plant Distribution for Urban Tree Nursery (Supply Chain Optimization)

Shrubscriber seeks to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of its urban tree nursery network in Edmonton. The project will explore supply chain models that enable the distribution of seeds and trees to community members and groups. In December 2024, Shrubscriber received notice that the Edmonton Urban Farm would not be available for the 2025 growing season. With hundreds of trees in the ground, Shrubscriber must relocate (distribute) the trees before May 1st. This project aims to optimize the distribution and planting of hundreds of trees at the Edmonton Urban Farm while maximizing community engagement and mitigating future risks. This project will require learners to apply their knowledge of supply chain management, data analysis, and forecasting techniques. Additional Information: In 2024, Shrubscriber received a grant from the City of Edmonton to propagate, distribute, and plant one thousand new trees in the inner-city neighbourhood of McCauley.