We have great pleasure in presenting First edition “Fundamentals of Logistics and Supply Chain Management” written for students of UG courses. The related matters are written in a simple and easily understandable.
This volume is an attempt to pro vide the students with thorough understanding of Fundamentals of Logistics and Supply Chain Management. We have presented the subject matter in a systematic manner with liberal use of charts and diagrams where ever necessary so as to make it interesting and sustain students’ interest.
Contents –
Module – 1 Introduction to Logistics
Introduction
Meaning of Logistics
Definitions of Logistics
Features of Logistics
Objectives of Logistics
Significance of Logistics
Components of Logistics
Types of Logistics
Logistics in Global Organizations
Components of 7R
Marketing and Logistics Channel
Logistics Cost
Reduction in Logistics Cost
Benefits of Efficient Logistics
Technology and Logistics
Informatics
Logistics Optimization
Listing of Sub-sectors of Logistics
Review Questions
Module – 2 Introduction to Supply Chain Management
Introduction
Meaning of SCM
Definition of SCM
Functions of SCM
Types of Supply Chain
(Lean, Agile, Responsive, Digital & Green)
Differences between Logistics and SCM
Linkage between Logistics and SCM
Stages of Supply Chain
Supply Chain Push
Pull Strategies
Role of Supply Chain Management
Demand Forecasting
Impact on Supply Chain Planning
Supply Chain Risk Management
Key Issues in Supply Chain Management
Conflict Resolution
Review Questions
Module – 3 Procurement and Warehouse System
Introduction
Meaning of Procurement
Definitions of Procurement
Purchasing and Supply
Difference between Procurement and Purchasing
Sources of Procurement
Procedures for Procurement
Direct and Indirect Procurements
Capital and Operational Expenditure
Invoice Clearance and Payment
Organization Structures for Procurement Functions
IT Systems in Procurement:
E-requisitioning
E-catalogue
E-sourcing
E-payment Technologies
Product Packaging
Ware Housing
Meaning of Ware Housing
Definitions of Ware Housing
Types of Warehouses
Bonded Warehousing
Role of Warehousing in the Supply Chain
Warehouse Management System
Warehouse Design
Layout Storage System and Equipment
Review Questions
Module – 4 Inventory Management and Distribution
Introduction
Inventory Management
Types of Inventories
Different Costs of Inventory
Inventory Control Techniques
Economic Order Quantity
JIT
ABC analysis
MRP
Introduction to Distribution Management
Distribution Channels
First Mile
Middle Mile
Last Mile Delivery
Mother Hubs
Hub
Spoke
Milk Run Delivery
Distribution Network Design
DRP
Reverse and Return Logistics
Review Questions
Module – 5 Transportation
Introduction
Transport Management
Different Modes of Transportation
Ocean
Air
Rail
Road
Inland Waterways and Pipeline
Multimodal Transportation
Fleet Management
Road Transportation Documentation
Road Transportation Regulations
Vehicle Scheduling and Routing
Volumetric Freight Calculations
POD
Importance of POD
Transportation Performance Metrics
Technology in Transportation
GPRS Tracking
Transport Security
Drone for Last Mile Delivery
Review Questions