Learners will be able to analyze logistics systems, evaluate transportation and inventory strategies, design warehousing and information systems, and apply global logistics frameworks to real-world business scenarios. This course equips learners with practical skills to optimize supply chain operations, improve efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction across diverse industries.
Through a structured, end-to-end approach, the course covers core logistics concepts, transportation planning, inventory management, warehousing design, outsourcing strategies, and emerging digital logistics technologies. Learners will gain insights into e-logistics, performance measurement, and global supply chain challenges, enabling them to make informed operational and strategic decisions.
What makes this course unique is its comprehensive integration of traditional logistics principles with modern technological advancements such as automation, ERP systems, and e-commerce logistics. Designed for real-world application, it bridges theory with practical scenarios, helping learners build industry-relevant expertise and develop a competitive edge in logistics and supply chain management careers.
This module introduces the fundamental concepts of logistics, including value chain integration, core logistics functions, and their role in enhancing business performance and competitive advantage.
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How Logistics Can Be Applied To Business•3 minutes
Business EXCELLENCE Through Logistics Management•8 minutes
Role Of Outsourcing•7 minutes
4 devoirs•Total 60 minutes
Foundations of Logistics & Value Creation•30 minutes
Understanding Logistics Basics•10 minutes
Core Concepts of Logistics•10 minutes
Introduction to Business Logistics•10 minutes
Logistics Strategy & Transportation
Module 2•2 heures à terminer
Détails du module
This module explores logistics strategy and transportation systems, focusing on optimizing movement of goods, cost efficiency, and aligning logistics operations with business goals.
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10 vidéos•Total 79 minutes
Logistics Management For Business Excellence•10 minutes
Understanding Transportation Strategy•12 minutes
Objectives Of Transportation•2 minutes
Transportation Functionality•7 minutes
Factors Influencing Transportation Cos•11 minutes
Containerization And Its Rolet•6 minutes
Understanding Role Of Inventory•9 minutes
Inventory Functions•5 minutes
Cost of Inventory•6 minutes
Other Types Of Inventory•11 minutes
4 devoirs•Total 60 minutes
Logistics Strategy & Transportation•30 minutes
Logistics for Business Excellence•10 minutes
Transportation Operations•10 minutes
Inventory Fundamentals•10 minutes
Inventory Management Systems
Module 3•2 heures à terminer
Détails du module
This module focuses on inventory management techniques, including control systems, policies, and warehousing strategies to optimize stock levels and operational performance.
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10 vidéos•Total 66 minutes
Basics Of Inventory Management•12 minutes
Basics Of Inventory Management Continues•8 minutes
KANBAN•2 minutes
Inventory Policy Guidelines•5 minutes
Warehouse Management Introduction•4 minutes
Warehouse And Its Design•5 minutes
Warehouse And Its Design Continues•8 minutes
Warehouse Operating Principle•5 minutes
Strategic Decisions In Warehousing•10 minutes
Warehousing Strategies•9 minutes
4 devoirs•Total 60 minutes
Inventory Management Systems•30 minutes
Inventory Management Basics•10 minutes
Inventory Planning & Policies•10 minutes
Warehouse Design & Operations•10 minutes
Warehousing & Information Systems
Module 4•2 heures à terminer
Détails du module
This module covers warehousing performance measurement and logistics information systems, emphasizing data-driven decision-making and system integration.
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9 vidéos•Total 71 minutes
Warehousing Performance Measures•11 minutes
Logistics Information System Introduction•4 minutes
Need For Logistics Information System•3 minutes
Information Functionality•4 minutes
Evaluating Logistics Information System•6 minutes
Application of Logistics Information System•10 minutes
Designing of Logistics Information System•7 minutes
Designing of Logistics Information System Continues•7 minutes
Benefits of Logistics Outsourcing•18 minutes
4 devoirs•Total 40 minutes
Warehousing & Information Systems•10 minutes
Warehousing Performance•10 minutes
Information Systems Functionality•10 minutes
Designing Logistics Systems•10 minutes
Outsourcing & Logistics Partnerships
Module 5•2 heures à terminer
Détails du module
This module examines logistics outsourcing, service providers, contract management, and material handling systems for improving operational efficiency and scalability.
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9 vidéos•Total 58 minutes
Types of Logistics Providers•7 minutes
Outsourcing Value Proposition•7 minutes
Out sourcing Management Selection Criteria•7 minutes
Contract Terms and Conditions•4 minutes
Material Handling Part 1•7 minutes
Material Handling Part 1 Continue•8 minutes
Material Handling Part 2•9 minutes
Material Handling Part 2 Continue•5 minutes
Material Storage Principles•3 minutes
4 devoirs•Total 60 minutes
Outsourcing & Logistics Partnerships•30 minutes
Logistics Service Providers•10 minutes
Contracts & Handling Systems•10 minutes
Advanced Material Handling•10 minutes
Storage Systems & Reverse Logistics
Module 6•3 heures à terminer
Détails du module
This module explores storage systems, reverse logistics, and the role of automation technologies in improving efficiency, sustainability, and cost management.
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9 vidéos•Total 95 minutes
Material Storage Methods•10 minutes
Material Storage System Unit Load Storage•11 minutes
Design of Storage system•9 minutes
Storage System Design Continues•5 minutes
Scope and Objectives Of Reverse Logistics•15 minutes
Design Considerations•13 minutes
Automatic Identification Technology•15 minutes
EDI standards Application and Benefits•4 minutes
Automated Material Handling System•14 minutes
4 devoirs•Total 60 minutes
Storage Systems & Reverse Logistics•30 minutes
Storage Methods & Systems•10 minutes
Storage Design & Reverse Logistics•10 minutes
Automation & Technology•10 minutes
E-Logistics & Performance Measurement
Module 7•3 heures à terminer
Détails du module
This module focuses on digital logistics, e-commerce operations, and performance measurement systems to enhance responsiveness and operational excellence.
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9 vidéos•Total 94 minutes
Satellite Tracking ERP, DRP and AITS•15 minutes
Objectives of Ecommerce•11 minutes
Classes of Ecommerce Applications•10 minutes
E-logistics In eCommerce•11 minutes
ELogistics Structure and Operations•4 minutes
Logistics Performance Measures and Controls•8 minutes
Logistics Performance Measures and Controls Continue•14 minutes
Characteristics Of A Successful Logistical Organization•14 minutes
This module examines global logistics operations, strategic frameworks, and lifecycle-based logistics strategies to manage international supply chains effectively.
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9 vidéos•Total 106 minutes
Learning Approaches To Logistical Organization•11 minutes
Drivers Of Logistical Organization•9 minutes
Drivers Of Logistical Organization Continue•9 minutes
Scope And Scale Of Global Logi•10 minutes
Operational Factors And Challenges In Global Logistics•16 minutes
Cross-Border Goods Movement•12 minutes
Logistics Competitive Framework•16 minutes
Logistics strategies Across The Product Life Cycle•17 minutes
Conclusion•5 minutes
4 devoirs•Total 60 minutes
Global Logistics & Strategic Frameworks•30 minutes
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