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INTRODUCTION TO LOGISTICS

Test

Ex. 1. Name 5 areas of Logistics.

Ex. 2. Read 3 definitions of Logistics and fill in the gaps. Decide which of these
definitions is the best and why.

goods warehousing procurement organize replacement

1. My definition of ‘logistics’ is this: it’s to plan, __________, and manage operations

that provide services and_________.
2. ‘Logistics’ – that’s the purchasing, maintenance, distribution, and ___________ of
material and staff.
3. ‘Logistics” is the planning and support of operations such as___________, inventory,
transport, ________________, supply, and maintenance.
Ex. 3. Match the definitions with the words.
1. Freight forwarder a. Person or business that arranges documentation and travel
2. Courier facilities for companies dispatching goods to customers
b. Company which carries goods by road
3. Supplier c. Company which supplies parts or services to another company;
4. Consignee also called vendor
d. Person or firm named in a freight contract to whom goods
5. Haulier
have been shipped or turned over for care
6. Carrier e. Company that transports or conveys goods
f. Company that specializes in the speedy and secure delivery of
small goods and packages

Ex. 4. Read the text and put the sentences into correct gaps. There is one extra sentence.

a. Over the next few years, the Chinese government wants to improve and extend the
existing road and railway networks
b. And many of them are realizing that effective procurement can reduce costs, improve
processes and increase productivity
c. Given these growth rates, it is not surprising that the Chinese logistics sector increased
by more than 12 per cent last year
d. For transport logistics, Shanghai is one of the most attractive locations in China

China's economy is developing at a rapid pace with double-digit growth rates in export
business and an expected increase of40 per cent by 2O7O. With an estimated trade volume of
nearly 2 trillion US dollars in 20O6, China handles more cargo than any other country in the
world. 1_________.
In order to support the booming industry, the government is currently investing
massively in the country's infrastructure. 2_____. They also want to develop maritime
harbours and airports.
3_____. It is the second largest city in the country and has good links to the most
important industrial regions. And Shanghai is also a modern and welcoming host for visitors
and business people from China and around the world.
Ex. 5. Match the verbs with the adjectives to make phrases. Choose 4 and write
sentences using them.
1. Take care
a. With all the necessary documentation
2. Book
b. A numer of shipments under one bill of lading
3. Check
c. An eye on the budget
4. Consolidate
d. Booking reservations
5. Use
e. Where to put them in the warehouse
6. Deal
f. That health and safety standards are maintained
7. Make
g. Space on a ship, train, lorry, or plane
8. Keep
h. Modern computer systems.