Chapter 6 Channels of distribution and logistics LEARNING OBJECTIVES By the end of this chapter you will: n n n n comprehend key elements and decisions in distribution channel design be able to evaluate different configurations of channel structure be familiar with recent trends and developments in channels of distribution appreciate the importance of managing the physical flows of products‚ services and information into‚ through‚ and out of the organization to its customers n grasp the
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Third Party Logistics – An Overview A third-party logistics firm is a firm that provides outsourced or “third party” logistics services to companies for some portion or all of their supply chain management functions. Typically‚ a core company providing services or products is considered the first party; the customer (or customers) the second party. A third-party‚ then‚ is a firm hired to do that which neither the first or second party desires to do. 3PL typically specializes in integrated warehousing
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Introducing logistics 1.1 Definition of logistics According to a widespread definition‚ logistics (from the Greek term l´ gos‚ which o means ‘order’‚ or from the French loger‚ which means ‘allocate’) is the discipline that studies the functional activities determining the flow of materials (and of the relative information) in a company‚ from their origin at the suppliers up to delivery of the finished products to the customers and to the post-sales service. The origins of logistics are of a
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INDUSTRY ANALYSIS REPORT INDUSTRY ANALYSIS Logistics and Supply Chain Management (SCM) as an area of research has been getting increasing attention from academicians and practitioners over the last two decades since it may lead to reduced operational costs‚ improved delivery performance and increased customer satisfaction levels‚ thereby making an organization more competitive in terms of cost‚ quality‚ delivery and flexibility. The importance of logistics and SCM is increasing also due to globalization
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Dubai Logistics City Introduction: Dubai Logistics City is part of Dubai government’s development program‚ in 1967 construction began in deep-water harbour‚ initially planned for four berths‚ but after completion it was able to harbour 35 berths. Later‚ a second port was developed in southern part of the city‚ which has become a world’s largest man made port. Dubai Logistics City (DLC) is the world’s first truly integrated logistics platform with all transport modes‚ logistics and value added
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Green Logistics. Because the Future Can’t Wait. GOGREEN Climate change is one of the greatest challenges facing our generation. Increasingly authorities and consumers expect business to calculate‚ account for and reduce their carbon emissions. CO2 accounting is a new science and there is no single way of doing it. This can make calculating your carbon footprint rather complicated. Do you know where you stand? Reporting of carbon emissions is the first step to greening your logistics. We provide
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Logistics: principles and practice Ch. 1‚2‚3‚4‚5‚6‚8 by ZD95 The Marketplace to Buy and Sell your Study Material Buy and sell all your summaries‚ notes‚ theses‚ essays‚ papers‚ cases‚ manuals‚ researches‚ and many more.. www.stuvia.com Stuvia.com - The Marketplace to Buy and Sell your Study Material Logistics: Principles and practice 1. Logistics subsystems 1.1 Introduction to logistics Organizations often face problems caused either by: -Suppliers: -Delivering goods late
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Mere Christianity is a book written by C.S. Lewis‚ the book has four major sections that break down the author’s‚ take on what Christianity is and how it may best be practiced in life. The book does not pick sides between the different denominations within Christianity‚ the intent of the book is to express the common views inherent in all the various denominations of Christianity‚ that are often forgotten in the debates about where these different sects disagree; this paper will take you through
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Marketing Channel and Logistics of HTC Executive summary HTC Corporation deals in the manufacture of mobile wireless technology. The firm faces extensive competition from companies such as Nokia‚ Samsung‚ Apple and RIM among others. To stay afloat in the competitive field of mobile technology‚ HTC has continued to undertake extensive R&D in mobile technology‚ efforts which have been rewarded by the production of many ‘firsts’ including the
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Industrials / China 16 December 2013 Initiation: ready to move up in the world China Logistics Sector • We see the development of China’s logistics industry in the next decade following the path established by the US‚ Japan and Korea • Given a growing need for cost savings‚ emerging 3PL services and a demand boost from e-commerce should be major sector drivers • Positive rating; top pick Sinotrans; also recommend SZI‚ CIMC See important disclosures‚ including any required research
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