Logistics and Distribution Management
Learn about logistics and distribution management, including logistics information systems, financial analysis, technology impacts and inventory management techniques like ABC analysis.
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Course Overview
This course covers essential concepts in logistics and distribution management, including logistics information systems, financial implications, and technological impacts. It explores logistics management, inventory control, warehousing, and distribution, distinguishing between inbound, outbound, reverse, and third-party logistics. Participants will learn inventory tracking techniques like ABC analysis, packaging functions, and methods for transporting goods through various distribution channels.
Course Format
This self-paced course offers a dynamic and engaging learning experience, combining interactive elements such as games, flashcards, video content, real-world case studies, and curated readings. Participants have the flexibility to progress at their own pace, while interactive games and quizzes reinforce key concepts and track progress. Flashcards, expert-led videos, real-world case studies, and carefully curated readings deepen knowledge.
Price
$450Course Details
Units 0.6 CEUs / 6 PDUs
Location Online Courses
Course Type Self-Paced
What You’ll Learn
After successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
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Gain insight into and evaluate different logistics information management systems.
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Discuss methods for managing and assessing logistics performance.
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Define inventory and explore techniques for tracking and evaluating it.
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Apply ABC analysis to classify inventory effectively.
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Describe the organization and operations of warehouses and distribution centers.
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Explore packaging functions, transportation modes, and various distribution channels.
Your Instructor
Management Consultant
Henry "Hank" Rogers, is a certified Black Belt instructor and experienced management, consulting, and training professional. His experience spans years of supervision, management, quality improvement, consulting, training, and engineering. He has developed and delivered major training programs in diverse industries such as high-tech engineering and manufacturing environments, financial services, health care, utilities, and governmental organizations. His specializations are in Project Management, Lean Operations, Six Sigma, Finance, and Quality Systems.
Hank holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame, an M.S. in Industrial Technology from Illinois State University, and an M.B.A. from California Polytechnic University, Pomona with an emphasis in Finance.