Strategic Skills for Procurement Training
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Strategic Skills for Procurement Training Course
Introduction:
This comprehensive course encompasses a wide range of topics within the realm of logistics, including shipping lines, container tankers, dry bulk, and port-centric logistics. It serves as a valuable and up-to-date resource for both students studying logistics and professionals working in the field.
For students of logistics, this course provides a solid foundation by covering essential aspects of the industry. They will gain insights into shipping lines, understanding the operations, routes, and services provided by major carriers. The course also delves into container tankers, exploring the transportation of goods in standardized containers and the associated logistics processes.
Furthermore, students will learn about dry bulk shipping, which involves the transportation of unpackaged, homogeneous cargo such as coal, grain, and minerals. They will gain an understanding of the unique challenges and considerations involved in managing dry bulk logistics.
Port-centric logistics, another important topic covered in this course, focuses on the optimization of logistics activities within port areas. Students will explore strategies for efficient cargo handling, storage, and distribution, ensuring seamless operations and minimizing costs.
Professionals already working in the logistics field will find this course invaluable for staying up-to-date with the latest trends and developments. It provides them with an opportunity to expand their knowledge and enhance their expertise in specific areas of logistics. By staying abreast of industry advancements, professionals can make informed decisions, improve operational efficiency, and drive organizational success.
The course incorporates current industry practices, case studies, and real-world examples to ensure practical relevance and applicability. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in interactive discussions, collaborate with peers, and learn from experienced instructors with extensive knowledge in logistics.
Whether you are a student seeking a comprehensive understanding of logistics or a logistics professional aiming to deepen your expertise, this course offers the knowledge and insights you need to excel in the field. Join us to gain a competitive edge, stay current with industry best practices, and unlock new opportunities in the dynamic world of logistics.
Course Objectives:
On completion of this course you should be able to:
- Examine the latest developments, knowledge, and practices taking place in logistics and supply chains within the shipping and port industry
- Define maritime logistics value and its strategic significance
- Provide a global perspective on the increasingly key area of logistics
- Understand all the aspects of logistics including container shipping, dry and wet bulk shipping, and port-centric logistics
- Define logistics hub and its applications for container ports and improve Supply chain accessibility and efficiency
Who Should Attend?
Personnel in the fields of logistics & transportation and supply chain in ports, terminals & service companies.
Course Outlines:
Defining Maritime Logistics and Its Value
- Maritime logistics in concept
- Maritime logistics value defined
- The strategic significance of maritime logistics value
- Concluding remarks
International Maritime Trade and Logistics
- Logistics and supply chain management
- Logistics and transport
- Global trade and international maritime trade
- Global trade and international trade
Intermodal Freight Transport and Logistics
- Characteristics of intermodal transport
- Containerization of intermodal transport
- Advantages of intermodal transport
- Containerization and the intermodal transport
- Development of intermodal transport
- Combined transport operators and their services
- Towards innovative intermodal transport
The Human Element in Maritime Logistics
- The human element in science and theory
- Effects on system performance and wellbeing
Developing Liner Service Networks in Container Shipping
- Background on container shipping
- Configuration and design of liner shipping services
- Shipping routes, network patterns, and port centrality
Supply Chain Integration of Shipping Companies
- Supply chain integration in the maritime shipping industry
- The impact of supply chain integration on shipping firm performance
Logistics Strategy in Container Shipping
- Literature review
- Container line logistics activities
- Liner operator case studies
- Strategic groups
Tanker Shipping Logistics
- Transfer components
- Marine terminals
- Contractual relationships
- Cargo transfer procedures
- Cargo losses
Dry Bulk Shipping Logistics
- Dry bulk trade
- Dry bulk fleet
- Economies of dry bulk trade
- Principles of dry bulk shipping logistics
Dry Port in Concept and Practice
- Intramodality and seaport inland access
- Intermodal terminal facilities
- The dry port concept
- Dry port examples in Europe
Defining Logistics Hub and Its Applications for Container Ports
- Logistics hub in perspective
- Application of logistics hub to the container port
- Economics and social network theories for container hub port evolution
Hinterland Logistics and Global Supply Chains
- Supply chain accessibility and efficiency
- System design
- Strategy
- Management
- Hinterland logistics and its influence on global supply chains
Port and Logistics Chains: Changes in Organizational Effectiveness
- Ports and logistics chains
- Port authorities in logistics chains
Logistics Performance of Supply Chain-Oriented Ports
- Review of relevant literature
- Evolution of port research
- Supply chains and seaports
- Integration of ports in supply chains