...has been introduced in a supply chain through product redesign (for example changes to packaging and labeling, etc). [10 points] Environmental Sustainability is not only important but it has become a business imperative—part of the "triple bottom line" comprising economic dimensions (profits) as well as environmental and social dimensions. http://www.greenmanufacturer.net/publication/green/issue/9 A sustainable supply chain is one that includes measures of profit and loss as well as social and environmental dimensions (Carter and Rogers 2008; Linton, Klassen, and Jayaraman 2007). For example, in July 2009, retail giant Walmart announced the creation of a sustainability index,which will be rolled out in three phases including a sustainability index for suppliers, a life cycle analysis database, and a labeling system to provide the consumer with the environmental measurement of the product they are purchasing (Bustillo 2009; Walmart n.d.). An example of environmental sustainability is Pretty Products, a manufacturer of floor mats for the automotive industry, was recently featured in Green Manufacturer Magazine (June 10, 2011;www.greenmanufacturer.net/article/machinery-andequipment/ eco-strategies--drive-mat-makeras-u-turn, based in LaGrange, Georgia, was able to use sustainability as the foundation of an innovation and growth strategy to turn the company around and become a leader in the industry. The company was reducing waste by ensuring that half-empty vehicles do not...
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...of logistics in our global word. It will then move to the recent climate change and its impact on our world with particular reference to logistics and GHG emissions relationship. The write up will follow up with the EPA and other agencies reactions and discuss the impact and the changes in the logistics management by the companies around the world. SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT Supply Chain Management refers to the flows of processes though which the goods are moved from the customer order to the acquisition of raw materials, supply, production, and distribution of the goods to the relevant customer. It basically refers to the management of the activities for the collections of raw materials to the production at the factories to the distribution of these goods. The manager must coordinate with all of these pieces in a cordial manner for the effective management of the supply chain (Mentzer, 2001). LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT Logistics Management is widely known concept in the global world. All companies rely on the logistics for the efficient flow of the goods and services. For Example: Industrial manufactures rely heavily on these logistics for the transportation of the mass-produced items. At the same time, the consumer goods manufactures want their goods to be delivered to the outlets and warehouses before the customer calls for it. Therefore, Logistics management has now evolved into one of the most important links in the supply chain process (DHL, 2010). Logistics refers...
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...THE CONCEPT OF REVERSE LOGISTICS. A REVIEW OF LITERATURE1 Isabel Fernández Quesada2 ABSTRACT This paper aims at providing a review of Reverse Logistics concept from a broad set of articles, published mainly in the last decade. From their reading, the author has detected the lack of a desirable largely accepted consensus on what constitutes Reverse Logistics, either on what the range of activities should be included within its scope or how to denominate each of its options in a not fuzzy way. The clarification of the concept matters for several reasons. On the one hand, most of the so called, environmental regulations -which have been passed in a growing manner, in recent years and in many parts of the world- usually mention some objectives to be reached in certain periods of time, in relation to some of the Reverse Logistics activities (being perhaps the most common one, recycling targets). Given that not only consumers, but also both companies and municipalities are committed with these goals, it would be handy and desirable to have a clear idea of what is meant by each denomination and the implications that each one may have. On the other hand, having a definite guideline of this conceptual framework would allow for some comparative studies about the different levels of implementation within the members of the chain or between different channels, being more accurate and reliable. On the previous literature review basis, the paper concludes by providing a reasoned characterization...
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...Reverse Logistics Case study comparison between an electronic and a fashion organization Master’s thesis within Logistics Author: Martin Creutz Fredrik Larsson Tutor: Jönköping Beverley Waugh May 2012 Master’s Thesis in Logistics Title: Author: Tutor: Date: Subject terms: Reverse Logistics Case study comparison between an electronic and a fashion organization Martin Creutz & Fredrik Larsson Beverley Waugh 2012-05-14 Reverse logistics, drivers and barriers, reverse flow, electronic industry, fashion industry Acknowledgements We would like to thank Lars Bergh and Robert Johansson from Elgiganten who have provided us with enormous support and guidance. Their insights are largely reflected continuously in our writings and serve as a solid foundation to this study. We would also like to thank our contact person at the fashion retailer. Special thanks to our supervisor Beverley Waugh. Your comments and opinions were greatly appreciated and taken into consideration. Abstract A large number of organizations that offer products today are experiencing returns; whether it is the return of a book from an online book store, the return of a television to the electronic retailer or a garment to a fashion retailer. How organizations handle product returns (reverse logistics) differs and also how much focuses each organization places on it, because after all; it is extremely difficult to actually make revenue on reverse logistics. Why spend time and money on it? This study focuses on comparing...
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...Executive Summary This report endeavors to look at FedEx from the strategic initiative point of view and how it was able to adapt to changing business environment to improve itself. While organisations the world over have come and gone a few leave a lasting footprint on the way they have moved in the particular sector. FedEx with its various innovative ideas has left lasting footprint that has forever altered the scope of service within the logistics industry. From its humble beginnings as a delivery company, it has set itself up a global logistics and business services organisation that has shaken the belief held by behemoths regarding the level of innovation and service that they can offer to the customer base. With its out-of-box approach it has made industrial leaders like UPS, DHL etc, and look like new kids in the block. The strategic initiatives that the organisation has taken during various time a frame has exemplified the leadership ability of Mr. Smith to work toward uncertainly and how to respond to them. Introduction A general assumption regarding strategy is that executives by applying a set of tools will be able to predict a future of any business clearly enough to choose a clear strategy or direction to adopt. This overall scenarios and assumptions made usually led to a layout of vision for the future with assumed precision. However, one needs to remember that when the time ahead looks uncertain this approach is at best only helpful marginally and...
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...AHMED MOUSA Address: Apartment 2, 4th Floor, Building No. 5, Al Awqaf Buildings, Monshaat Al Qanater, Giza, Egypt. E-Mail: ahmed_mousa@hotmail.com Skype: a_mousa_83 Phone No: 002-01010804380 JOB OBJECTIVE Seeking middle level assignments in Supply Chain Management and Logistics Operations with a reputable organization. PROFILE SUMMARY • A performance driven professional with nearly 9 years of total experience including nearly 7 years in Purchase Management, Quality Control and Logistics Operations. • Currently associated with El Sewedy Electrometer, Hangzhou, China as Purchasing Manager. • Deft at gathering requirement and administering the sourcing & purchase operations for ensuring cost & time effectiveness of the processes. • Dexterous in ensuring availability and delivery of right quality materials at the right time, price and terms. • Adept at coordinating and following up with the stakeholders for facilitating smooth running of the operations. • Proficient at implementing stringent quality measures including preparation / maintenance of necessary documents to ensure compliance with the various standards & requirements. • Equipped with good project management skills coupled with the ability to identify issues, obtain mutual agreements and implement changes, as required. • An analytical thinker with exceptional communication, planning & problem solving skills. CORE COMPETENCIES Sourcing/Procurement/Purchase Management • Developing and implementing key strategies for...
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...DCI Corporation Synopsis DCI Corporation, a successful worldwide corporation provides engineering and technical support services to reduce the cost and improve the reliability of the U.S. Department of Defense systems and equipment. DCI currently uses its employees to execute its largely manual and paper intensive purchasing process, contributing to a purchasing pain as well as the loss of valuable resources. Key Issues DCI identified amongst its four subsidiaries that the same supplier was often listed in two or more of their purchasing databases with different prices as well as different suppliers providing the same product, little or no visibility to buyer activity, little ability to tract requisitions or purchase orders, this being just the few of the many purchasing pains DCI currently encounters. In order for DCI to exceed and maintain its mission of “reduce cost”, “improve reliability”; DCI will need to implement strategic sourcing strategies as well as establishing a Hybrid purchasing organization. Strategic Sourcing Strategies To improve the purchasing process at DCI an Internet-based electronic purchasing system will need to be installed. The primary benefit of e-procurement include significant cost savings and the freeing up of time for purchasing staff to concentrate on more of the firms core business activities. An e-procurement system is more efficient when selecting and maintaining a list of potential suppliers, processing requests for quotation and...
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...Introduction New Zealand is a small island nation in the South Pacific, South-East of Australia, it is also home market forces its numerous small and medium enterprises to seek and develop international markets. Honeyland is an export business specializing in nature of New Zealand, Manawatu region in July 1968. The business started exporting right from its beginning and has in effect, never operated in the domestic New Zealand market focusing on one international market only. I. Background of the Study New Zealand honey is positioned as a health promoting product, using New Zealand’s clean and green image. The company strategically targets quality-conscious customers, especially those who have been to New Zealand for a holiday and know its spectacular landscape. The owner of Honeyland, Sue a trained school teacher, became aware of the good reputation and health benefits of New Zealand Honey early on. In the 1970’s she raised a young family while keeping bees in the few beehives in the back of her garden around the family home. Her interest in Japan and Japanese culture grew during visits when she accompanied her husband, a successful wool merchant, on his business trip. Soon Sue started looking for a business idea that would enable her to visit Japan on a regular basis without having to depend on her husband. The hobbies of producing honey grow into a business idea. Honeyland’s market can be distinguished into three different segments. One...
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...Introduction The chart below was utilized for the initial library search for resources in professional or research interest. There are; three peer-reviewed journal articles, one book chapter, and one scholarly source. Following the chart, is a brief reflection paper on the library search and results. |Article Citation |Database |Keywords |Search Limiters |Skills in this Database | |Peer reviewed article: |Roadrunner Search, Discovery |Cultural Change, |Military Logistics, |Fair: Easy to use, need to | | |Database |Data Rights, |Defense Logistics Agency, |practice on my search limiters. | |Better Buying Power or Better Off Not: | |Heuristic Economic Model, |Quality Assurance | | |By: Hasik, James. Defense Acquisition Research | |Technical Data | | | |Journal: A Publication of the Defense Acquisition | | | | ...
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...are of the same size and have common handling characteristics permits them to be transferred from truck to railroad to air carrier to ocean carrier all without being opened and the product handled. The primary result being reduced claims. Intermodal is an ideal form of transportation for imports, exports, cross continental shipments for example from Miami, FL to Portland, OR. This simplified for of transportation can be a key to success in any supply chain management or logistic plan. Many freight forwarders favour intermodal transportation because of lower cost and increased security of the products being transported. Intermodal transportation is actually one of the top five trends impacting the transportation industry today. For the past couple of years, the transportation industry has been hit with driver shortages, increased demand, shrinking truck capacity and increased fuel prices. This is forcing shippers who would otherwise refrain from using multiple modes of transportation to rethink their logistic strategies. Other reasons intermodal transportation is gaining momentum include: cost savings, environmental benefits, and highway safety results. Shippers can take advantage of lower rates, more predictable pricing, and the flexibility of loading and unloading goods in a dropped trailer environment, which reduces handling...
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...GLOBAL LOGISTICS CASE STUDY COASTAL LOGISTICS INC. ESTABLISHING THIRD-PARTY (3PL) LOGISTICS SERVICES ‘’We declare that the material contained in this project is the end result of our own work and that due acknowledgement has been given in the bibliography to ALL sources, be they printed, electronic or personal. ‘’ Contents Introduction 2 Overview of the organisation 3 CLI’s 3PL service provision objectives 4 Main issues raised 5 1. The need for an effective and successful sales pitch 5 3. High spot-rate cost of boat leasing 6 4. Delivery route and shore base operating costs 6 5. Resource requirements for 3PL service 6 6. Establishment of a trusting and reliable partnership 7 Approaches to issues raised 8 1. “AS IS” process documentation and operation analysis 8 2. The Morgan City Benchmark Study 8 3. Cost comparison and utilization of long-term vs. spot-rate leases 9 4. 2 months, 24 hours activity log book 9 5. Drawing of support and expertise 9 6. Information sharing and in-depth study of operational and cost data .…………………………….………………………………………………….………………….…………….…………..10 Effectiveness of approach adopted 10 Recommendations 13 1. Provision of a consolidated logistics service 13 2. Delivery route and shore base operation costs 13 3. Establishment of a trusting, reliable partnership 14 4. Customer Service Audit 15 References 19 Introduction With increasing global competition and the streamlining of the supply chain management...
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...Logistics fields[edit] Given the services performed by logisticians, the main fields of logistics can be broken down as follows: Procurement logistics Production logistics Distribution logistics After-sales logistics Disposal logistics Reverse logistics Green logistics Global logistics Domestics logistics Concierge Service RAM logistics Procurement logistics consists of activities such as market research, requirements planning, make-or-buy decisions, supplier management, ordering, and order controlling. The targets in procurement logistics might be contradictory: maximizing efficiency by concentrating on core competences, outsourcing while maintaining the autonomy of the company, or minimizing procurement costs while maximizing security within the supply process. Production logistics connects procurement to distribution logistics. Its main function is to use available production capacities to produce the products needed in distribution logistics. Production logistics activities are related to organizational concepts, layout planning, production planning, and control. Distribution logistics has, as main tasks, the delivery of the finished products to the customer. It consists of order processing, warehousing, and transportation. Distribution logistics is necessary because the time, place, and quantity of production differs with the time, place, and quantity of consumption. Disposal logistics has as its main function to reduce logistics cost(s) and enhance service(s)...
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...to improve both port activities and sustainability. Secondary data sources is the main methodological method used in this paper, and various pieces of information have been retrieved from these sources to indicate and support claims made in this paper In addition, this paper is targeted towards administrators and scholars responsible for a wide range of public-sector services, including those provided to citizens and those provided to internal customers both in the logistics and supply chain industry such as ports authorities, and as a business process improvement measure. Introduction: The economic development in Asia, and in particularly in the south eastern Asian region, has gained increasing attention globally. This has in term had a huge impact on the growth of its logistics market. Although the logistics infrastructure currently available in Asia is not as advanced when compared to those found in the US and Western counterparts, it can be generally agreed that the potential for logistics development is great. In addition, since there...
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...1- IMPERIAL Logistics, one of three divisions within the diversified, international industrial services Group, is a global logistics and supply chain leader that moves business and industry through innovation, inspiration and foresight. They deliver excellence in end-to-end logistics and supply chain management, daily – enabling customers to grow in an efficient, proactive and cost effective manner. a. Location: Established in 1975, today Imperial are at the forefront of the logistics industry with extensive operations in Europe and Africa, including countries such as Botswana, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Namibia, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zimbabwe and Zambia. The Southern Africa division currently houses more than 70 operating companies. b. Volume: Employer of 17,000+ in southern Africa and largest employer of industrial engineers and professional logisticians in South Africa. Total storage capacity > 2,240,000 m² and under cover warehouse capacity 1,500,000 m². c. Competitors: 1. Unitrans 2. Barloworld Logistics d. Competitive Advantage: 1. Exposed to diverse industries, markets, countries and clients 2. Expansion in inland waterway shipping due to Lehnkering acquisition 3. Extensive, established operations in 14 African countries 4. Leader in private sector transport and warehousing operation in Africa 5. Financially strong company and good market position e. Inventory Management: Transportation solutions: IMPERIAL Logistics is a global leader in...
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...A Case Study of Wal-Mart’s “Green” Supply Chain Management Adam Heying Whitney Sanzero MGT 520 Operations Management Professor Jim Constand May 4, 2009 Summary Supply chain management has been the cornerstone to Wal-Mart’s success and remains their primary competitive advantage in the retail/department store industry. Their distribution system is generally regarded as the most efficient and they have an approach to supply chain management that has long emphasized visibility through the sharing of information with their suppliers. Although there are hundreds of logistical functions which allow Wal-Mart to be the price and logistics leader, the focus will be primarily on the company’s newly adopted strategy of making logistical processes “green” and more environmentally conscious. According to the Supply Chain Management Review, Wal-Mart CEO Lee Scott committed the company to three ambitious goals: to be supplied 100 percent by renewable energy; to create zero waste; and to sell products that sustain Wal-Mart’s resources and the environment. Wal-Mart’s 14 Sustainable Value Networks, the Network’s structure, new “green” logistics technologies, and additional future initiatives will be considered along with counter arguments which suggest that Wal-Mart’s green initiative is simply unsustainable. The main sticking point seems to be the same one that has long held back the adoption of better light bulbs...
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