OVERVIEW

Logistics as a practical activity steadily found its niche in the management of modern enterprises; it has great importance for the customers, suppliers of the company, its owners and shareholders. Logistics can be considered as a tool for getting the products and services where they are needed and when they are desired. It involves the integration of information, transportation, inventory, warehousing, material handling, and packaging. Logistics can be defined as having the right quantity at the right time for the right price. Promptness is of utmost importance, as delayed delivery can result in significant losses to the recipient of the consignment in most cases. This course will help the participants to understand main concepts of this powerful tool and learn how to successfully apply it in practice. 

OBJECTIVES

1. Understand the different areas of the Logistics and their interrelationships.
2. Develop knowledge and skills in the operations of warehousing, inventory, transport and sustainable business relationships.
3. Evaluate both Domestic & International Transportation problems and effectively develop and present actionable solutions

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

1. Logistics, Warehouse, Sales, Planning Executives /Officers /Supervisors
2. Logistics, Warehouse, Sales, Planning Team Leaders and Clerical staff.

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: Logistics Management Overview

1.1 Defining Supply Chain

1.2 The scope of Logistics in Business

1.3 Physical Distribution

Module 2: Warehouse Planning & Operation

2.1 Warehouse Layout

2.2 Receiving

2.3 Storage

2.4 Outgoing

2.5 Inventory

Module 3: Transportation Management

3.1 Selecting Best Transportation Modes

3.2 Import & Export Operation

3.3 Transportation Risk

Module 4: Customs Ruling & Facilities

4.1 Customs Documentation

4.2 Indirect taxes: Customs Duty, Taxes & Levy

4.3 Facilities: Bonded warehouse, LMW, Free Zones

Module 5: Case Studies & Group Discussions