The aim of the module is to give students a good overview of the importance of SCM in terms of global competitiveness and survival. Students will be introduced to the various components of the supply chain and their potential for enhanced perceived customer satisfaction This course examines all aspects of logistics, including some of the techniques and strategies for planning, organising and managing the overall logistics process. This module will focus on opportunities for competitive enhancement through knowledge of SCM.
- Introduction to Logistics & Supply Chain Management and its relationship to the Customer service Dimension.
- Supply chain management best practice.
- Inventory Management: Inventory and the Supply Chain. Inventory planning and management, Different inventory requirements. Inventory and time. Inventory planning.
- Warehousing and storage; Storage and handling systems, picking, replenishment, receiving and dispatch. Warehouse Design and Warehouse management.
- Logistics network Planning: The role of distribution centres and warehouses. Cost relationships. Matching logistics strategy to business strategy.
- Order processing: Tracing the route of an order through the firm.
- Information and Communication Technology: Supply Chain Planning, Warehousing, Inventory, Transport, Monitoring.
- Manufacturing & its Impact on Logistics: Introduction to manufacturing processes - process type versus product type. Materials Requirements Planning. Implications of supply-side constraints for retailers.
- Outsourcing: Value added services, operations, drivers and drawbacks, critical choice factors, relationships, management and monitoring.
The module combines formal lectures, interactive presentations, case studies, participant activities and exercises to maximise the impact of the learning experience. Students will have ample time to consider the ideas and apply the skills discussed and it is expected that these interactive exercises will serve to reinforce some of the learning on the module. In addition, company case histories and video presentations will be presented to illustrate key themes in the module.
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 60 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 40 |