Modes of Transportation Evaluate the characteristics of each mode of transportation in terms of time and cost efficiencies. Give examples. 2. Bill of Lading The Bill of Lading is the single most important document in transportation. Describe at least two functions it performs in international logistics. Your paper must be formatted according to APA style. You […]
Warehousing Companies use cross-docking to improve the performance of their logistics operations. What is cross docking? How does it work? Why do companies employ cross-docking in their supply chain design? 2. Packaging and Material Management Identify packaging design and material handling principles as they relate to efficient warehouse management. How do these characteristics affect customer satisfaction? […]
Case 11-1 Let There Be Light Lampshade Company Using Case 11-1 “Let There Be Light Lampshade Company” as a guide, include the following in a two- to three-page paper (excluding the title and reference pages): Calculate how many style A, B, and C shades can be loaded into an intermodal container. Calculate the total costs […]
Inventory Carrying Costs Describe and evaluate the elements of the carrying cost of inventory and how it relates to inventory levels and capital investment. How does ABC inventory stratification affect the carrying cost equation? 2. Distribution Systems Read the Forbes article “Supply Chain Disruption a Major Threat to Business.” Based on the content presented in the […]
Case 9-1: Aero Marine Logistics Read Case 9-1 and submit a paper on your analysis of this case. The paper must be at least four pages in length (excluding the title and reference pages), formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center, and include at least four scholarly sources (in addition […]
Total Cost of Procurement Identify the elements of the Total Cost of Procurement. What role do these elements of logistics play in cost process? 2. Strategic Planning/Demand Management Evaluate and compare the pros and cons of the Collaborative Planning Forecasting Replenishment system designed by Wal-Mart and Warner Lambert. Your paper must be formatted according to APA […]
Alternative Fuel Company Case Our reading this week emphasizes the role of demand management in creating a coordinated flow of demand across the supply chain. Experience shows that selecting the best method of estimating demand will vary with the maturity of the business and the data available. In a four- to five-page paper (excluding title […]
Financial Systems describe the flow of financial data from customer to company to supplier in the Supply Chain Management and Logistics Systems. How does it relate to cash flow and profitability? Logistics and “Green” Summarize the role of logistics design in applying “green” strategies, and how management is affected by this approach. “Looking for […]
Case 3-1: Brant Freezer Company. Read Case 3.1, Brant Freezer Company, and submit a paper of at least three pages in length (not including the title and reference pages). Using the table provided for the units shipped and warehouse costs for all eight warehouses, identify the warehouse that had the best results for the Brant […]
Systems Description Submit a paper that addresses systems descriptions. The paper must be at least three pages in length (excluding the title and reference pages or flow chart) and include at least three scholarly sources (in addition to the text). You must include the following: Describe the logistics and supply chain management system of your […]
