Course Title

1. Introduction to Logistics Management

• Overview of logistics management scope including (inbound, outbound, and reverse logistics)

• Role of logistics within the supply chain including (integration with procurement and operations)

• Industry standards and frameworks including (ISO 28000 and supply chain security principles)

• Key logistics stakeholders including (suppliers, carriers, and distribution partners)

• Benefits of effective logistics management including (cost reduction and service level improvement)

2. Supply Chain Fundamentals

• Supply chain structure and flow including (upstream suppliers to downstream customers)

• Supply chain integration principles including (information sharing and process alignment)

• Push versus pull supply chain strategies including (make-to-stock and make-to-order models)

• Supply chain network design considerations including (facility location and distribution structure)

• Collaboration across supply chain partners including (supplier relationships and customer coordination)

3. Demand Planning and Forecasting

• Forecasting methods including (qualitative, time-series, and causal models)

• Demand variability management including (seasonality and trend analysis)

• Sales and operations planning (S&OP) processes including (cross-functional demand alignment)

• Forecast accuracy measurement including (error tracking and continuous refinement)

• Demand planning technology tools including (forecasting software and data integration)

4. Procurement and Sourcing Management

• Supplier selection criteria including (cost, quality, and reliability evaluation)

• Sourcing strategies including (single sourcing, multiple sourcing, and global sourcing)

• Purchase order management including (requisitioning and order tracking)

• Supplier relationship management including (performance monitoring and collaboration)

• Procurement risk considerations including (supply disruption and price volatility)

5. Inventory Management

5.1 Inventory Control Techniques

• Inventory classification methods including (ABC analysis and stock categorization)

• Reorder point and safety stock calculations including (lead time and demand variability factors)

• Cycle counting practices including (accuracy verification and discrepancy resolution)

• Inventory carrying cost management including (storage, obsolescence, and holding costs)

• Stockout and overstock prevention including (replenishment planning and demand alignment)

5.2 Inventory Optimization and Technology

• Inventory optimization models including (economic order quantity and just-in-time approaches)

• Warehouse management system (WMS) integration including (real-time stock visibility)

• RFID and barcode technology application including (tracking accuracy and process efficiency)

• Inventory turnover analysis including (performance benchmarking and improvement targets)

• Automation in inventory management including (automated storage and retrieval systems)

6. Warehouse Management

• Warehouse layout and design principles including (slotting, zoning, and flow optimization)

• Receiving and put-away processes including (inbound inspection and storage allocation)

• Picking and packing operations including (order picking methods and packaging standards)

• Warehouse safety and space utilization including (racking systems and material handling equipment)

• Labor management in warehousing including (productivity tracking and shift scheduling)

7. Transportation Management

7.1 Mode Selection and Carrier Management

• Transportation mode comparison including (road, rail, air, and sea freight)

• Carrier selection criteria including (cost, transit time, and service reliability)

• Freight contract negotiation including (rate agreements and service level terms)

• Carrier performance monitoring including (on-time delivery and damage rate tracking)

• Multimodal transportation coordination including (intermodal transfer management)

7.2 Freight Cost Optimization

• Freight rate structures including (weight-based, distance-based, and volume-based pricing)

• Route optimization techniques including (load consolidation and delivery scheduling)

• Freight audit and cost recovery including (invoice verification and discrepancy resolution)

• Transportation management system (TMS) application including (shipment planning and tracking)

• Fuel and surcharge management including (cost mitigation strategies)

8. Distribution and Order Fulfillment

• Distribution network design including (centralized versus decentralized models)

• Order fulfillment processes including (order processing, picking, and shipping)

• Last-mile delivery considerations including (urban logistics and delivery time windows)

• Cross-docking operations including (reduced storage time and flow-through efficiency)

• Distribution performance metrics including (order accuracy and delivery lead time)

9. Logistics Technology and Systems

• Enterprise resource planning (ERP) integration including (logistics module functionality)

• Supply chain visibility platforms including (real-time tracking and status reporting)

• Data analytics in logistics including (performance dashboards and predictive insights)

• Automation and robotics applications including (automated guided vehicles and sorting systems)

• System integration challenges including (data accuracy and interoperability considerations)

10. Supply Chain Risk Management

• Risk identification in logistics operations including (supplier disruption and transportation delays)

• Risk assessment methodologies including (impact-likelihood analysis and vulnerability mapping)

• Contingency and business continuity planning including (alternative sourcing and backup carriers)

• Managing geopolitical and regulatory risks including (trade restrictions and customs changes)

• Building supply chain resilience including (diversification and buffer inventory strategies)

11. Logistics Cost Management and Budgeting

• Total logistics cost components including (transportation, warehousing, and inventory carrying costs)

• Budget development for logistics operations including (cost forecasting and allocation)

• Cost-benefit analysis techniques including (outsourcing versus in-house evaluation)

• Activity-based costing application including (cost-to-serve analysis)

• Cost reduction strategies including (process efficiency and network optimization)

12. International Logistics and Trade Compliance

• International shipping documentation including (bills of lading, commercial invoices, and packing lists)

• Incoterms application including (responsibility and risk transfer clarification)

• Customs clearance processes including (tariff classification and duty calculation)

• Trade compliance requirements including (export controls and sanctions screening)

• Managing cross-border logistics challenges including (currency, language, and regulatory variation)

13. Reverse Logistics and Returns Management

• Reverse logistics process design including (returns authorization and inspection procedures)

• Returns handling and disposition including (refurbishment, resale, and disposal decisions)

• Managing product recalls including (traceability and rapid response coordination)

• Sustainability considerations in reverse logistics including (recycling and waste reduction)

• Cost implications of returns management including (reverse transportation and processing costs)

14. Sustainability in Logistics

• Green logistics principles including (emissions reduction and route optimization)

• Sustainable packaging practices including (material reduction and recyclable options)

• Energy-efficient transportation options including (alternative fuels and electric vehicles)

• Environmental compliance considerations including (regulatory reporting and carbon tracking)

• Balancing sustainability with cost efficiency including (long-term value versus short-term cost)

15. Performance Measurement and KPIs

• Key logistics performance indicators including (on-time delivery, order accuracy, and cost per unit)

• Benchmarking practices including (industry comparison and internal target setting)

• Balanced scorecard application including (financial, operational, and customer metrics)

• Continuous improvement methodologies including (root cause analysis and process refinement)

• Reporting logistics performance to stakeholders including (dashboards and executive summaries)

16. Group Discussion and Case Studies

• Review of real-world logistics challenges including (supply disruptions and demand volatility scenarios)

• Facilitated discussion on decision-making trade-offs including (cost versus service level balancing)

• Comparative analysis of logistics strategies including (centralized vs. decentralized distribution models)

• Peer-to-peer problem-solving exercises including (network design and risk mitigation planning)

• Lessons-learned discussion including (common logistics failures and best practice takeaways)