Introduction to Supply Chain and Logistics
Management
Overview of Supply Chain Management:
The role of logistics in the
supply chain.
Key supply chain activities:
sourcing, procurement, transportation, and distribution.
The relationship between
logistics, warehousing, and overall supply chain efficiency.
Logistics Strategy and Planning:
Designing and managing
logistics networks.
Transportation planning and
modes (road, rail, sea, air).
Key performance indicators
(KPIs) in logistics and their role in decision-making.
Introduction to Warehousing:
Purpose and functions of
warehouses in the supply chain.
Types of warehouses: public,
private, bonded, distribution centers.
Warehouse operations and
layout considerations.
Warehousing Operations and Inventory Management
Warehouse Operations:
Key warehouse functions:
receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping.
Warehouse layout design and
optimization.
Material handling systems and
equipment (e.g., forklifts, conveyors, automated systems).
Inventory Management:
Techniques for inventory
control: just-in-time (JIT), economic order quantity (EOQ), ABC analysis.
Managing stock levels: cycle
counting, perpetual inventory, and stock replenishment.
Warehouse management systems
(WMS) and their role in inventory control.
Warehouse Safety and Compliance:
Safety standards and best
practices for warehousing.
OSHA guidelines and
regulations for warehouse operations.
Compliance with environmental
and industry standards.
Supply Chain Optimization, Technology, and
Trends
Supply Chain Optimization Techniques:
Demand forecasting and its
impact on warehousing and logistics.
Distribution strategies:
direct shipping, cross-docking, and multi-echelon distribution.
Reducing logistics costs and
lead times through optimization techniques.
Technology in Logistics and Warehousing:
Role of automation and
robotics in warehousing.
The use of RFID, barcodes, and
IoT for tracking and managing inventory.
Warehouse Management Systems
(WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
Current Trends and Future Outlook in Supply
Chain Logistics:
E-commerce and its impact on
warehousing and logistics.
The rise of green logistics
and sustainability practices.
The future of supply chain
technology and AI-driven logistics.
Case Study and Final Assessment:
Practical case study based on
real-world logistics and warehousing challenges.
Group discussion and
solution presentation.
