Lifelong Learning Programme Leonardo da Vinci Chapter 2 Logistics – Basic Concepts & Characteristics COUrier Routing through Innovative Emulation Learning program COURIEL Contents 1. OVERVIEW OF SUPPLY CHAIN 2. LOGISTICS DECISION MAKING 3. LOGISTICS SYSTEM DESIGN & PLANNING 4. DISTRIBUTION NETWORKS 5. TRANSPORTATION COURIEL 2 Overview of Supply Chain Origin of Logistics The concept of “Logistics” started many years before Christ and was used by Greek generals (Leon the Wise‚ Alexander
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initiatives. As its lead logistics provider (LLP)‚ Penske’s quality team of associates are trained in Six Sigma practices and work closely with Ford to streamline operations and create and maintain a more centralized logistics network. Together‚ they uncovered several areas for real cost savings as a result of reducing inbound carrier discrepancies‚ eliminating unnecessary premium costs and reducing shipment overages. Plus‚ Penske implemented accountability procedures and advanced logistics management technologies
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Strategic Logistics Management Cross Docking Strategic Logistics Management Crossdocking • In Cross Docking‚ Inbound materials are directed to outbound doors and are directly loaded into outbound trucks OR “Staged” for a very brief time period before loading • Inbound product flow is synchronized with outbound product flow to essentially eliminate storage of inventory Strategic Logistics Management Crossdocking Can accomplish significant reductions in total costs and in lead times in a
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Logistics planning Regal Auto Ltd being an export oriented company has to focus mainly on building an optimum logistics network. Logistics planning is crucial because the logistics cost is main component of the product cost: The following considerations are to be made for the effective logistics planning: 1. Product form 2. Selection of mode of transport 3. Logistics service provider selection 4. Selection of intermediaries 5. Route planning 6. Inco terms considerations 7. Custom
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producing nothing short of excellence. My resume includes over ten years of experience serving as a Logistics Chief in the United States Marine Corps also aiding in multiple roles not limited to the title of Logistics Chief. I was also responsible for inventory management and supply chain management. A logistics chief is equivalent to the civilian sector’s logistics coordinator‚ logistics manager‚ and logistics supervisor while also primarily sharing the same roles. Roles such as shipping and movement
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..........................................................................................3 Short description of the company .......................................................................4 Characteristics of the supply chain and logistics in pharma.................................5 Downstream supply chain in pharmaceuticals ..................................................7 Particularities of SCM in pharmaceutical field ................................................8 Supply
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IVIANAGING SUPPLY CHAINS A LOGISTICS APPROACH WITH Sf UDENT 6 b C. John Langley‚ Jr. Georgia Institute of Technology John J. Coyle The Pennsylvania State University Brian J. Gibson Auburn University Robert A. Novack The Pennsylvania State University Edward J. Bardi The University of Toledo SOUTH-WESTERN fe CENGAGE LearningAustralia • Brazil • Japan • Korea • Mexico • Singapore • Spain • United Kingdom • United States Contents Preface xxi About the Authors xxv Parti
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A META-ANALYSIS OF LOGISTICS CUSTOMER SERVICE RUDOLF LEUSCHNER Rutgers University FRANÇOIS CHARVET Northeastern University DALE S. ROGERS Rutgers University Logistics customer service has received considerable attention over the past several decades. Evidence exists that superior logistics customer service leads to better overall firm performance. Yet mixed findings were observed‚ and this relationship has been tested across multiple operationalizations and diverse industry settings‚ which may
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CRITICAL APPRAISAL REPORT Round 3 LOGISTICS & R&D Ruitong Li ID: 3466663 8th Aug 2011 Team Alpha 1. INTRODUTION This report will cover logistics and R&D section from the simulation‚ where I will be stating theories of logistics‚ and logistic transportation concepts‚ and analyzing my understanding for research and development. I will be stating out my decision for logistics and R&D section in the simulation as well‚ and point out the reasons why I have made the decisions. 2. CONSIDERATION
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normally focuses on transport logistics. TMS systems facilitate the interactions between an Order Management System and the Warehouse or Distribution Centre. According to Margaret‚ Common TMS modules include: • Route Planning and Optimization • Load Optimization • Execution • Freight Audit and Payment • Yard management • Advanced shipping • Order visibility • Carrier management Basically‚ “a TMS product serves as the logistics hub a collaborative network
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