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Fundamentals of Logistics - InTRO To LOG and SCM Week 1
Fundamentals of Logistics - InTRO To LOG and SCM Week 1
Fundamentals of Logistics - InTRO To LOG and SCM Week 1
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MANAGEMENT
CONTROL
Basic Concepts
S. IDDIK
Maître de Conférences
FSJES, Ait Melloul.
2023-2024
Course presentation
1. Come on time
2. Prepare for class
3. Eyes on board
4. Be respectful and kind
5. Share with others
6. Raise your hand to speak
7. Listen when others talk
8. Be an active participant
Course Objectives
1.
Logistics
2. SCM
3. Supply
Chain
CHAPTER 1.
AN INTRODUCTION TO
LOGISTICS
Question 1
The concept of Logistics may sound complicated, but it really isn’t. try
to define Logistics based on your Knowledge.
Question 2
• Around 1940:
Military logistics during the world
wars – transfer of military logistics
concepts to the business world.
HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF LOGISTICS
• 1956:
Invention of the sea container by
Malcolm McLean is considered a
major turning point in global trade.
– a structural evolution of world
trade and the boom of international
flows of goods.
HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF LOGISTICS
• Right product
• Right quantity
• Right conditions
• Right place
• Right time
• Right customer
• Right price
SCOPE OF LOGISTICS
• Payments for raw materials and services: The company pays suppliers for the
materials, components, and services they provide. This can involve various
methods like cash on delivery, advance payments, or credit terms based on
established agreements.
• Letters of credit: In international trade, letters of credit can be used to ensure
financial security for both parties.
2. Internal Financial Flow:
• Within the company:
• Internal costs: The company incurs various internal costs like production costs
(labor, materials, overheads), transportation costs, and storage costs.
• Inventory financing: The company may need to finance the cost of holding
inventory before it can be sold.
3. Downstream Financial Flow:
• From customers to the company:
• Customer payments: Customers pay for the finished goods or services they
purchase. This can happen through various methods like cash, credit cards, or
electronic payments.
• Receivables management: The company manages outstanding customer
payments (accounts receivable) to ensure timely collection and maintain a
healthy cash flow.
By understanding and managing the financial flow
effectively, companies can achieve:
• Improved financial health: Efficient cash flow management and timely
payments contribute to a company's financial stability and
creditworthiness.
• Reduced financial risks: Managing credit risks, utilizing appropriate
financial instruments, and maintaining healthy working capital helps
mitigate financial risks.
• Enhanced profitability: Streamlined financial processes and optimized
inventory financing can lead to improved profitability and cost savings.
• Stronger relationships with suppliers and customers: Timely payments
and transparent financial practices build trust and foster strong
relationships with both parties.
Logistics Components
LOGISTICS COMPONENTS
• Transportation,
• Storage and Warehousing,
• Inventory,
• Packaging,
• Procurement
• Reverse logistics,
Logistics Taxonomies
Logistics Three main Phases:
• Inbound Logistics:
• Procurement from suppliers
• Movement of raw materials,
• Process Logistics:
• Operations directly related to processing,
• Manufacturing,
• Outbound Logistics:
• Warehousing,
• Transportation,
• Inventory management of finished goods,
Logistics Three main Phases:
Inbound logistics
• Outbound logistics is concerned with the
movement of finished goods from the
manufacturing units/organizations to the
end users.
To be efficient, To be effective,
>> how well something is done. >> how useful something is.
The role of Supply Chain Management
Like : designing,
producing,
marketing, delivering,
and supporting its
product.
The Value Chain of M. Porter
Chapter 3.
Supply Chain
Supply chain
“A network of connected and interdependent
organizations mutually and co-operatively working
together to control, manage and improve the flow
of materials and information from suppliers to end
users”.
People
Organization Technology