PROGRAM SCHEDULE

Ref No: MM 117 Program Name: Logistics Management & Effective Distribution Channel

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30 Oct 2023 03 Nov 2023 Dubai, UAE $ 4,750Registration Closed
01 Jul 2024 05 Jul 2024 Nairobi, KE $ 5,250
28 Oct 2024 01 Nov 2024 London, UK $ 5,750
16 Dec 2024 20 Dec 2024 Dubai, UAE $ 4,750

PROGRAM DETAILS



Introduction

Effective logistics management and distribution channel strategies are crucial components of any successful supply chain management system. To achieve an optimal supply chain, it is essential to ensure that these aspects are handled effectively and efficiently. This comprehensive five-day program is designed to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to manage logistics and distribution channels effectively, enhancing their organization’s overall supply chain management practices.

Throughout this program, participants will gain a deep understanding of the importance of logistics management and distribution channels, the various types of logistics and distribution channels, and the role they play in the supply chain. They will also develop a comprehensive understanding of inventory management and warehouse operations, including warehouse design, management systems, and best practices. Furthermore, the program will cover transportation management, including transportation modes, freight forwarding, documentation, carrier selection, and management.

Technology plays an essential role in logistics and distribution channel management. As such, the program will cover the role of technology in logistics management, including RFID, GPS, and other tracking technologies, warehouse and transportation management software, and integrating technology with supply chain management.

Finally, the program will cover best practices in supply chain management, including Lean principles, supply chain risk management, collaborative planning, forecasting, and replenishment, and continuous improvement.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the program, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to

  • Understand the importance of logistics management and effective distribution channels in supply chain management.
  • Learn about the different types of logistics and distribution channels.
  • Develop an understanding of the role of technology in logistics management.
  • Learn how to manage inventory and warehouse operations.
  • Develop skills to effectively manage transportation and freight forwarding.
  • Gain insights into best practices in supply chain management.

 Who Should Attend

This program is designed for supply chain managers, logistics managers, transportation managers, warehouse managers, distribution managers, and anyone else responsible for managing logistics and distribution channels.

Training Methodology

 Participants will benefit from a combination of lectures, case studies, interactive discussions, group activities, and practical exercises, making the training highly participative and interactive. Upon completion, participants will be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively manage logistics and distribution channels and improve their organization’s overall supply chain management practices.

 Program Content

 Day 1: Introduction to Logistics Management and Distribution Channels

  • Importance of logistics management and effective distribution channels
  • Types of logistics and distribution channels
  • Role of logistics in supply chain management
  • Trends in logistics and distribution channels

 Day 2: Inventory and Warehouse Management

  • Inventory management techniques
  • Warehouse design and layout
  • Warehouse management systems
  • Best practices in warehouse management

 Day 3: Transportation Management

  • Transportation modes and their advantages and disadvantages
  • Freight forwarding and documentation
  • Carrier selection and management
  • Transportation management systems

 Day 4: Technology in Logistics Management

  • Role of technology in logistics management
  • RFID, GPS, and other tracking technologies
  • Warehouse and transportation management software
  • Integrating technology with supply chain management

 Day 5: Best Practices in Supply Chain Management

  • Lean principles in supply chain management
  • Supply chain risk management
  • Collaborative planning, forecasting, and replenishment
  • Continuous improvement in supply chain management

 

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