Gain the needed tools for laying the groundwork for a successful logistics processes.
Logistics is one of the largest costs that any organization incurs and impacts manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, retailers and the entire ecommerce marketplace. Logistics is also a significant area of importance required for supply chain management success. The logistics area includes modes of transportation, technology, documentation, contracts and freight classifications. It is also populated by hundreds of trucking companies, rail lines, air cargo providers, shipping lines, intermediaries and third-party warehouses. This course provides information and tools for laying the groundwork in understanding and working in the logistics arena. This material is also a good review of the latest considerations in logistics for those who are already working in the area.
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Agenda
The Evolution and Impact of Logistics
- Moving and Storing Goods Over the Centuries
- The Impact of Logistics on the United States and Global Economy
- Logistics - What Does It Cost a Company to Move Freight Inbound and Outbound; Receive, Store, Pick, Package and Ship Goods, and Manage Documentation and Payment
The Pros and Cons of the Modes of Transportation
- Modes of Transportation
- Benefits of Each Mode
- Challenges of Each Mode
- Technology and Logistics
Understanding the Logistics Field and Its Lingo
- The Language of Logistics
- Documentation - Domestic and Global
- Bill of Lading - the Many Types and Usages
Legalities and Cost
- Logistics, Terms and Conditions
- Legal Resources and Requirements
- Cost Factors and Negotiating for the Best Payment Terms
Success in Managing All Aspects of Logistics
- Logistics Management Processes, Tracking and Communication
- Transportation Mode Performance Management
- Steps in Making the Right Decisions
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OnDemand Course
This course was last revised on March 5, 2021.
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- AIPB 1.5
- This program is acceptable for 1.5 CPEC(s) towards the CB designation through the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB).
- ISM 1.5
- Participants who successfully complete this program will receive 1.5 hours of continuing education. They may be applied toward ISM CPSM, CPSD or C.P.M. recertification. ISM's consent to approve hours for this educational event is not an endorsement of this program or its content by ISM.
This program does NOT qualify, nor meet the National Standard for NASBA accreditation.
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Marilyn Gettinger
New Directions Consulting Group
- Owner of New Directions Consulting Group
- Developer and presenter of programs that educate participants on how to improve supply and logistics processes
- Has been teaching logistics including exporting and importing for Union and Middlesex County Colleges as well as for the County College of Morris for several years
- Her global and supply chain courses have also been brought in-house in organizations and she has presented for several of the big freight forwarding companies located in the New Jersey area
- Her supply chain management programs include a focus on global sourcing and logistics along with the successful management of the importing and exporting processes
- Has spoken on capturing total landed costs in a global environment at conferences held by the Association of Supply Chain Management (APICS)
- Conducts regular seminars and workshops on supply chain management including logistics, supply management logistics, inventory management, importing and exporting
- Author of Supply Chain Management and Total Cost of Ownership
- Member of APICS and Director of Education of the Institute for Supply Management-New Jersey Affiliate
- Can be contacted at 908-709-0656 or [email protected]
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