Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Table of Contents Introduction 3 Comparative Profiles 3 Comparative Logistics Process 4 Conclusion 8 Bibliography 8
Introduction
The purpose of this report is to investigate and identify the various techniques used by a plethora of similar organizations in regards to logistics and transportation used. Business have now become aware of the importance of logistics and providing adequate supplies to satisfy the demand for their customers. Logistics is defined as ‘the process of planning, implementing, and controlling…flow and storage of goods, services and related information.’ (Coyle, Bardi, Langley, 2003). During our expedition in searching and understanding the ways in which our chosen organizations operate, we were able to identify certain similarities within each organization in regards to logistical procedures; i.e. receiving orders, order pricing/promotion and reverse logistics. However even though these organizations do implement these forms of logistics, there a differences in the approach and how they are used within the organization.
Comparative Profiles As a group we found four similar companies with difference techniques in their logistics system, however the same in satisfying their customers’ demands. Company A is a fast-food outlet store, services in quality foods and acknowledges the customers. As a fast-food store they guarantee fast and efficient goods without hassle. The company was established in the 1990s and has continued to grow within the western suburbs. With over 10 employees, company A has been able to continue its legacy of being a family-owned business has promised to its loyal consumers. The products sold are usually foods which are produced and sold ‘on the go.’ Therefore they need a logistics and transport system, which make the goods available at the right time, because foods do have specific requirements in terms of storage and their expiry dates.
Table of Contents Introduction 3 Comparative Profiles 3 Comparative Logistics Process 4 Conclusion 8 Bibliography 8
Introduction
The purpose of this report is to investigate and identify the various techniques used by a plethora of similar organizations in regards to logistics and transportation used. Business have now become aware of the importance of logistics and providing adequate supplies to satisfy the demand for their customers. Logistics is defined as ‘the process of planning, implementing, and controlling…flow and storage of goods, services and related information.’ (Coyle, Bardi, Langley, 2003). During our expedition in searching and understanding the ways in which our chosen organizations operate, we were able to identify certain similarities within each organization in regards to logistical procedures; i.e. receiving orders, order pricing/promotion and reverse logistics. However even though these organizations do implement these forms of logistics, there a differences in the approach and how they are used within the organization.
Comparative Profiles As a group we found four similar companies with difference techniques in their logistics system, however the same in satisfying their customers’ demands. Company A is a fast-food outlet store, services in quality foods and acknowledges the customers. As a fast-food store they guarantee fast and efficient goods without hassle. The company was established in the 1990s and has continued to grow within the western suburbs. With over 10 employees, company A has been able to continue its legacy of being a family-owned business has promised to its loyal consumers. The products sold are usually foods which are produced and sold ‘on the go.’ Therefore they need a logistics and transport system, which make the goods available at the right time, because foods do have specific requirements in terms of storage and their expiry dates.
Bibliography: Coyle, Bardi, Langely, ‘The Management of Business Logistics’, 7th Edition, 2003)