(Podcast) Logistics Management

Episode 1 begins with a discussion on the meaning, history and the activities involved in logistics management. How logistics relates to supply chain management is also discussed.

Episode 2 introduces the first of three modes of transportation available for goods delivery which is land transportation. The multimodal transportation concept is also explained.

Episode 3 discusses the second mode of transportation which is ocean transportation. Types of services and types of ships are discussed in this topic.

Episode 4 discusses the third mode of transportation which is air transportation. Similar to ocean transportation, the discussions will concentrate on the types of services and the types of aircraft.

Episode 5 examines the importance of inventory and warehouse management.

Episode 6 describes goods packaging and why it is important. Focus is on the objective of packaging, types and materials used for packaging, together with goods marking requirements.

Episode 7 describes the documentation requirements for shipping goods and which appropriate INCOTERMS to be used.

Episode 8 discusses the latest information and communication technology available that support logistics activities.

Episode 9 examines the principle behind logistics network design together with the process of designing the logistics network.

Episode 10 deals with the importance of logistics relationships with other supply chain members. Included in this topic are discussions on how to develop successful relationships and the concept of third-party logistics.