Advanced Logistics and Transportation Techniques
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Advanced Logistics and Transportation Techniques Course
Introduction:
In recent years, the private sector has recognized the importance of assessing the overall cost of procuring goods, including factors such as transportation, carrying, and disposal costs. Government agencies are now following suit and realizing the value of considering these costs in their negotiations. However, many public procurement professionals are unaware of the opportunities to enhance terms and reduce expenses related to product delivery.
This course is specifically designed to shed light on the advantages of contracting transportation services separately from the product itself. It covers various aspects, including understanding logistics contracting, the associated processes, legal responsibilities, and the competitive market environment of transportation carriers. By attending this course, participants will gain valuable insights into optimizing procurement strategies and leveraging cost-effective transportation solutions for contracted products.
Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course participants will be able to:
- Describe the elements of transportation and logistics and the potential opportunities for cost savings
- Define freight and logistics terms and conditions with internal and external clients and vendors.
- Analyze the requirements for a project and determine which transportation and logistics processes provide the best solutions for the agency
- Identify the key points that need to be in each transportation contract
- Design and develop a cost-effective logistics and transportation program
Who Should Attend?
- Those new to managing freight transport fleets
- Those non-transport people who need to gain an awareness of the issues and key drivers of road freight transport operations
- Transport and Distribution Supervisors/Managers who need a “confirmation” of their current operations
- Those companies who buy in freight transport need to understand the key drivers of transport operations
- Inland & Air Transport Supervisors & Managers
Course Outlines:
Managing the Logistics and Transport Environment
Topics That Will Be Covered Include:
- Internal structures and processes
- External factors
- Stakeholder interests
- Marketing and commercial needs
- Legal issues
- Environmental issues
Key Learning Points:
Different Organizational Structures
- Aims and objectives of organizational structures
- Influences on structure
- Problems arising from unsuitable or poor structures
- Types of structures – tall, flat, centralized, decentralized
- The span of control and chain of command
- Internal relationships – line, functional, staff, lateral
- Main structural forms – functional, geographical, divisional, project, matrix
Planning, Controlling, and Decision-Making
- Role and function of planning
- Types of planning processes – operational/tactical/strategic
- Planning and control cycle
- Information needs for planning
- Decision-making process
- Decision models
Goals and Objectives
- Role and functions of goals
- Role and functions of corporate and functional objectives
Stakeholders
- Internal and external stakeholders
- Meeting stakeholders’ needs and expectations
- Managing stakeholder conflicts
Internal and External Communications
- Decisions about internal and external communications
Internal and External Environmental Influences
- Types of communication
Information Systems and Technology
- Role and function of management information systems
- Types of data and systems
Marketing Policy and Planning
- Features of the external environment
- Requirements for gaining and maintaining competitive advantage
Analytical Models
- PEST, SWOT, 5 Forces
Marketing Needs
- Elements of market research
- “4 P’s” model
Ethical Issues
- Principles of social responsibility for organizations
- Codes of practice
- Individual responsibility
Legal Framework
- National and international sources of law
- Types of law
Principles of Business Law
- Requirements for setting up different types of organizations
- Key legal documents and processes
- Bankruptcy and liquidation processes
- Main elements of law relating to contracts, agency and
- Employment
Fleet Management Operations
Topics That Will Be Covered Include:
- Legal requirements for operators, vehicles, and drivers
- Vehicle utilization