17-9-2013 What is reverse logistics (RL)? How does it differ from forward logistics? Many organizations and individuals have tried to define Reverse Logistics. We refer to the term "reverse logistics" as all activity associated with a product/service after the point of sale‚ the ultimate goal to optimize or make more efficient aftermarket activity‚ thus saving money and environmental resources. Other terms synonymous to Reverse Logistics™ (RL) are Aftermarket Logistics‚ Retrogistics‚ or Aftermarket
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Introduction Definition: Logistics… “The planning‚ implementing‚ and controlling the efficient‚ cost effective flow and storage of raw materials‚ in-process inventory‚ finished goods and related information from point of origin to point of consumption for the purpose of meeting customer requirements”. (Canadian Association of Logistics Management‚ 1995). Simply put it‚ logistics is about managing the flow of materials be it raw or finished product‚ information & finances in the supply chain‚ a
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Albert Heijn Logistics My name is Charlotte den Heijer and I would like to tell you something about the logistic process of Albert heijn. During my presentation‚ I wouldn’t like if you ask me some questions but if a question pops into your head you can ask it after my presentation. I chose to tell something about this‚ because I work at Albert Heijn in Heemskerk. I told the boss of the supermarket where I work that I had to do an English presentation on the logistics of Albert Heijn. She told
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The Role of Logistics in the Organization Logistics is critical to the success of every organization. Once considered an important behind-the-scenes operational activity‚ logistics is now recognized as a strategic tool for creating customer value and loyalty. Companies like Wal-Mart‚Coca Cola‚and Nike attribute a great deal of their success to their global logistics systems. They realise that integrating activities within the organization and across the logistics pipeline‚ building strong relationships
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NATIONAL LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT (Provide services to expedite premium freight to its customers!) Introduction: In less than two decades National Logistics Management has already become one of the most successful and fast growing logistics companies of the USA. Despite increasing competition in logistics‚ NLM continues to adapt itself to the changing environment. Suffice to state just one fact: two years in a row ( in 2004 and 2005 respectively) - two reputable and well-known magazines- Inc. magazine
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Abstract/Introduction : Logistics is the one important function in business today. No marketing‚ manufacturing or project execution can succeed without logistics support. ’Logistics ’ is the management of the flow of resources‚ not only goods‚ between the point of origin and the point of destination in order to meet the requirements of customers or corporations. Logistics is one of the main functions within a company. The main targets of logistics can be divided into performance related and
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Quality Improvement As advanced practice nurses (APNs)‚ understanding quality improvement is an important competency that must be grasped. There are several health illnesses that need to have quality improvement initiatives placed. One such illness is hypertension (HTN)‚ or high blood pressure. Early identification and treatment of hypertension using a hypertension algorithm is the selected quality improvement initiative. HTN is a highly prevalent illness that affects an estimated 70 million people
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DHL‚ A leader in logistics Presented by SNEHA TIWARI ROLL NO-60 INTRODUCTION DHL is the global market leader in international express‚ overland transport and air freight. It is also the world’s number 1 in ocean freight and contract logistics. DHL offers a full range of customized solutions - from express document shipping to supply chain management. In the logistics area‚ globalization is creating ever more complex supply chains. It also offers a wide range
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how CQI has been introduce in your organization. If it has yet to be introduced‚ describe how you would introduce it referencing these three methods. Answer According to the Study Guide there are three ways to introduce Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI): 1. The quiet or whisper launch. It is suggested that “this is an effective way to begin if the staff or an organization are very cynical and do not trust new management programs.[1] The senior team launches their CQI program
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Organizational Quality Improvement Plan Part III Lauren Dickman HCS/588 December 13‚ 2010 Jennifer Culotta Methods and information technology for quality improvement Various methodologies exist for the integration of quality improvement strategies into performance improvement measures. With concepts of total quality management (TQM) and quality improvement (QI) being introduced to health care organizations; administrators have had to decide which methodology is right for the organization
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