Course Objectives
CILT Endorsed Logistics Management - Virtual Learning
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 practicesLogistics overviewLogistics, supply chain and the organizationStrategic, tactical and operational elements of logisticsSustainable logisticsConcepts in logistics3rd Party Logistics (3PL)4th Party Logistics (4PL)
?Transport managementObjectives of transport managementCosts associated with transport managementTransportation modes and typesEfficient and effective transportationMatching the strategic service levelDrawing transportation routesManaging cubing of cargoConsiderations for international transportationWorking with Incoterms 2010
?Warehousing operationsWarehousing network designConfiguration of warehousing spaceValue adding activitiesStockpiling, spot stocking and assortmentsCross docking, break bulking and consolidationMixing, postponement and assembly-to-orderWarehouse activity profilingWarehousing cost calculationSustainable warehousing practices
Inventory managementMaterials management scopeObjectives of materials managementInventory types and classificationMaterials management challengesMaterial replenishment strategiesMake-to-stockMake-to-orderAssemble-to-orderDesign-to-orderDesign for the supply chainDesign for the environment
Logistics and performance management
The SCOR frameworkIdentifying high level SCOR metricsCustomizing low level SCOR metricsManaging targetsInitiative for performance improvement