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Logistics & Supply Chain Management is a vital field in business and operations management. It centers on the efficient flow and storage of goods, services, and information from origin to consumption. This 95-slide document delves into key components and concepts within this field:
A – Supply Chain Management (SCM):
SCM is the strategic and operational management of all activities involved in product creation and distribution. It covers planning, procurement, production, logistics, and distribution to maximize efficiency and meet customer demands.
B – Supply Chain Strategy Framework:
This framework aligns supply chain strategies with business objectives. It defines the supply chain's mission, objectives, and key performance indicators, and selects strategies to optimize it.
C – Supply Chain Drivers and Obstacles:
Drivers push for efficient supply chain operations, including customer demand, technology, competition, and regulations. Obstacles, like disruptions and supplier issues, can hinder performance.
D – Role and Function of Logistics:
Logistics manages the physical flow and storage of goods. It includes transportation, warehousing, inventory management, order processing, and distribution, ensuring timely and cost-effective product delivery.
E – Value Chains:
Value Chains encompass all activities from product conception to customer delivery. Analyzing them identifies cost reduction and value creation opportunities.
These topics provide a framework for effective logistics and supply chain management, optimizing strategies and ensuring the smooth flow of goods and services.
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Source: Best Practices in Supply Chain Analysis, Logistics PowerPoint Slides: Logistics and Supply Chain Management PowerPoint (PPTX) Presentation, RadVector Consulting
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