Course Description
Byte size learning skills course of 1 comprehensive session
In this course we examine logistics. Logistics is concerned with managing the flow of materials through an organisation to the customer. It is concerned with making things happen. It organises inputs (receipts from suppliers), supplies the transformation process (work in progress) and is finally responsible for delivering the output (finished goods) to the customer.
Increasingly, organisations are looking at their products or services as part of a chain or network. They are looking at what they produce and trying to optimise the value of all the inputs from all sources � that is, all the suppliers in the chain of supply. This is called supply chain management. This closer linking between customer and supplier organisations obviously needs much closer integration, and organisations are sharing much more information to achieve this. This involves utilising information technology for sharing data about stock levels, demand and trends. These initiatives use technology such as EPOS (electronic point of sale equipment), EDI (electronic data interchange), scanning and bar-coding.
After participating in this course, you should be able to:Define logistics. Explain how logistics works in a factory, from goods in to distribution out. Identify the problems involved in stock holding and control. Understand just-in-time (JIT) approaches Understand the role played by distribution. Identify key performance measures and the role of benchmarking in logistics. Appreciate that logistics strategy is linked to an organisation�s corporate strategy.
Tutor Support
With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.
You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!
Assessment Method
After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.
What's Included
All study materials Study Guide Full Tutor and Admin support
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In this course we examine logistics. Logistics is concerned with managing the flow of materials through an organisation to the customer. It is concerned with making things happen. It organises inputs (receipts from suppliers), supplies the transformation process (work in progress) and is finally responsible for delivering the output (finished goods) to the customer.
Increasingly, organisations are looking at their products or services as part of a chain or network. They are looking at what they produce and trying to optimise the value of all the inputs from all sources � that is, all the suppliers in the chain of supply. This is called supply chain management. This closer linking between customer and supplier organisations obviously needs much closer integration, and organisations are sharing much more information to achieve this. This involves utilising information technology for sharing data about stock levels, demand and trends. These initiatives use technology such as EPOS (electronic point of sale equipment), EDI (electronic data interchange), scanning and bar-coding.
After participating in this course, you should be able to:
Tutor Support
With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.
You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!
Assessment Method
After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.
What's Included
Course Outline
Section 1: What is Logistics?
Introduction
1.1 Origins of logistics
1.2 Defining logistics
1.3 Logistics strategy and information technology
Summary
Section 2: Logistics in Practice: a Factory Visit
Introduction
2.1 Factory tour
2.2 Stock control systems
2.3 Physical distribution
Summary
Section 3: Controlling Supply: Materials Planning and Control
Introduction
3.1 Scope and purpose of materials control
3.2 Constraints on material planning and control
3.3 Reordering stock
3.4 Just in time
Summary
Section 4: Supply Chain Management and Distribution Systems
Introduction
4.1 What is supply chain management?
4.2 Relationships in supply chains and partnership sourcing
Summary
Section 5: Strategy, Performance and Key Measures
Introduction
5.1 Logistics strategy, fit and performance
5.2 Benchmarking
Summary
Review Activity
Summary
References
Recommended Reading
Tutor-marked Question Paper
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Introduction
1.1 Origins of logistics
1.2 Defining logistics
1.3 Logistics strategy and information technology
Summary
Section 2: Logistics in Practice: a Factory Visit
Introduction
2.1 Factory tour
2.2 Stock control systems
2.3 Physical distribution
Summary
Section 3: Controlling Supply: Materials Planning and Control
Introduction
3.1 Scope and purpose of materials control
3.2 Constraints on material planning and control
3.3 Reordering stock
3.4 Just in time
Summary
Section 4: Supply Chain Management and Distribution Systems
Introduction
4.1 What is supply chain management?
4.2 Relationships in supply chains and partnership sourcing
Summary
Section 5: Strategy, Performance and Key Measures
Introduction
5.1 Logistics strategy, fit and performance
5.2 Benchmarking
Summary
Review Activity
Summary
References
Recommended Reading
Tutor-marked Question Paper
More Information
| Language | English |
| Content Length | 8.00 hours |
| Duration of Access | Unlike other Distance Education Colleges, we impose no time limits or pressures on you to complete your course material. Your course will not expire, and it will not become invalid until you have successfully completed it. |
| Instructor | Self Study |
| Vendor | Stonebridge (Read more about Stonebridge accreditation.) |
| Course Certification | Certificate of Completion in Logistics All students will receive a certificate in the mail on successful completion of their course. |
| Prerequisites/Audience | There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. |
| Requirements/Materials Included | This program can be accessed and completed using either PC or Macintosh computers. You'll need an Internet connection of 28Kpbs or higher, and a Web browser. There are no required textbooks. |
Price: € 71.37 (EUR)
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