Introduction 1
Unit 1 Introduction to the Logistics 1
Definitions 2
Elements of Logistics 4
Unit 2 Introduction to Supply Chain Management 15
Supply Chain Management 15
Reasons for Developing Supply Chains 17
Benefits of Supply Chain Cooperation 18
The Goal of Supply Chain Management 18
Relationships with Other Corporate Functions 25
Unit 3 Logistics Management and Organization 25
Logistics Organizational Structures 27
Unit 4 Logistics and Competitive Advantage 40
Time and Quality Based Competition 40
Efficiency and Effectiveness 42
The Marketing/Logistics Strategic Linkage 42
Logistics Leverage 44
Unit 5 Planning for Logistics 52
Approach 52
Tools and Techniques 54
The Role of Depots and Warehouses 64
Unit 6 The Cost of Logistics 64
Costs Relationships 66
Unit 7 Equipment Storage 76
Palletized Storage 76
Small Item Storage Systems 81
Other Types of Storage 82
Unit 8 Transportation Management 94
Importance of an Effective Transportation System 94
Means of Transportation 95
Transportation Decision 97
Inventory Functionality 110
Unit 9 Inventory Management 110
Inventory Related Definitions 111
Inventory Carrying Cost 112
Unit 10 Information System Functionality and IntegrationInformation System Functionality 123
Information System Integration 128
Unit 11 Packing 157
Unit 12 International Logistics Strategy 157
Decision-making Process 157
Problem Areas and Possible Solutions 160
Unit 13 International Purchasing 172
Introduction ( 172
Advantages and Rationale of Buying Overseas 174