COST OPTIMIZATION USING LINEAR PROGRAMMING: A STUDY AT VAAGN AUTO PVT. LTD.

ABSTRACT Cost optimization in manufacturing has become a critical management imperative, particularly in the rapidly evolving Electric Vehicle (EV) sector. Rising operational costs, supply chain volatility, and intense market competition necessitate systematic, data-driven approaches to resource allocation and production planning. This study applies Linear Programming (LP) techniques to develop a comprehensive cost optimization model for Vaagn Auto Pvt. Ltd., a Chengalpattu-based EV manufacturer