Why Attend
Logistics management is an essential function governing the flow of goods through a supply chain. The course’s main focus is on the optimization of transport, warehouse and inventory management activities. In addition, it covers the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) framework for managing logistics key performance indicators.
Course Methodology
In this training course, we will use exercises as well as regional and international case studies. Participants will frequently work in pairs with one another and in larger teams.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Recognize modern supply chain and logistics trends as a basis for sustainable performance
Employ qualitative and quantitative material forecasting techniques for a streamlined logistical operation
Develop go-to-market strategies for different product categories based on the associated supply risk and financial impact of each
Describe the role of transportation in logistics and identify opportunities for operational improvement
Identify the role of warehousing, focusing on operational throughput and performance optimization
Apply the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) framework to manage strategic, operational and tactical facets of logistics
Target Audience
Logistics professionals at all levels of the organization. In addition, this course is ideal for those seeking to complement their supply chain and logistics experience with the latest theoretical knowledge in the field in preparation for assuming a higher position at their organization.
Target Competencies
Supply chain management
Enhancing customer value
Warehouse design
Warehouse operation
Inventory management
Transportation management
Course Outline
Logistics trends and practices
Logistics, supply chain and the organization
Strategic, tactical and operational elements of logistics
Sustainable logistics
Concepts in logistics
3rd Party Logistics (3PL)
4th Party Logistics (4PL)
Transport management
Costs associated with transport management
Transportation modes and types
Efficient and effective transportation
Matching the strategic service level
Drawing transportation routes
Managing cubing of cargo
Considerations for international transportation
Working with Incoterms 2010
Warehousing operations
Configuration of warehousing space
Value adding activities
Stockpiling, spot stocking and assortments
Cross docking, break bulking and consolidation
Mixing, postponement and assembly-to-order
Warehouse activity profiling
Warehousing cost calculation
Sustainable warehousing practices
Objectives of materials management
Inventory types and classification
Materials management challenges
Material replenishment strategies
Make-to-stock
Make-to-order
Assemble-to-order
Design-to-order
Design for the supply chain
Design for the environment
Logistics and performance management
Identifying high level SCOR metrics
Customizing low level SCOR metrics
Managing targets
Initiative for performance improvement
INFORMATECH is the region’s leading provider of in-house custom-designed courses. We have been tailoring in-house solutions for our clients aimed at helping them achieve short term training wins or long term strategic requirements. In addition to being significantly cost effective, these courses are constantly in demand because they:
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If you did not find the appropriate date or venue suitable for you, or you would like to join the course online, you can request a custom course from the link below.
We offer group and corporate discounts on many courses. These discounts are available for clients who want to maximize their return on investment.
We offer individual discounts on many courses for people who are self-sponsored and make their payment in full and upfront at the time of registration.
Nominations to our public courses are to be processed by the client’s HR/Training department except for self-nominations which are to be paid in advance using the “payment by self” option on the online registration form. A refund will be issued back to the client in the event of course cancellation or seat unavailability. Registration confirmation is subject to INFORMATECH's review of registration request and seat availability.
Clients are responsible for any type of tax levied in their country.
If you are interested in having a course custom-designed for your organization, please submit a request using the link below. Once we receive your duly completed request, one of our business development professionals or consultants will get in touch with you to understand your requirements with more detail and answer any relevant questions you may have. After all pertinent information has been exchanged, we will work on the custom-designed request and send you the proposal you require and work with you to identify the ideal period and place for delivering the custom-designed solution.