Fundamental of logistics

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    What is logistics?

    Ensures efficient movement and storage of goods from origin to consumption.

    What are the main activities of logistics?

    Includes transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and order processing.

    How did logistics originate?

    Evolved from military operations for transporting resources during wars.

    What characterized the Physical Distribution Era?

    Focus on managing transportation and warehousing separately.

    What is the Integrated Logistics Era?

    Recognized the need to manage logistics activities together for efficiency.

    What is Supply Chain Management (SCM)?

    Overall management of goods, information, and finances from suppliers to customers.

    How does logistics differ from Supply Chain Management?

    Logistics focuses on movement and storage, while SCM covers the entire supply network.

    Why is logistics necessary?

    Ensures timely delivery and reduces costs while improving customer satisfaction.

    What are the 6 Rights of Logistics?

    Right product, quantity, condition, place, time, and cost.

    What are the benefits of effective logistics?

    Includes reduced costs, faster delivery, and improved customer service.

    What is inbound logistics?

    Movement of raw materials from suppliers to manufacturing units.

    What is reverse logistics?

    Movement of goods from customers back to the company for returns or recycling.

    What does outsourcing in logistics involve?

    Hiring external companies to perform logistics activities instead of doing them internally.

    What are the benefits of outsourcing logistics?

    Cost reduction, access to expertise, and improved efficiency.

    What is global logistics?

    Management of transportation and distribution of goods across countries.

    What are barriers to global logistics?

    Include government regulations, trade barriers, and poor infrastructure.

    What is warehousing?

    Storing goods safely until they are needed for distribution.

    What are the types of transportation in logistics?

    Includes road, rail, air, and water transport.

    What is the role of technology in logistics?

    Improves efficiency, reduces errors, and enhances tracking of goods.

    What is barcoding?

    Technology for fast product identification and accurate inventory tracking.

    What is Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)?

    Electronic exchange of business documents between companies.

    What are the benefits of EDI?

    Faster communication, reduced paperwork, and improved efficiency.