International Supply Chain Management
Module 04 LEVERAGING LOGISTICS IN GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAINS
Designing a global logistics strategy
A Global Logistics Strategy is an organized plan designed to establish efficient, cost-effective ...
Managing global inventory
Inventory Management refers to the process of ordering, storing, using, and selling a company's i...
Global packaging and materials handling
In a typical supply chain management workflow, product packaging is essential for safeguarding fi...
Understanding global distribution centers
A Global Distribution Center (GDC) is a crucial facility in the supply chain, designed to manage ...
Ocean air land and intermodal transportation
In global logistics and supply chain management, selecting the right mode of transportation is cr...
Module 06 MAXIMIZING OPERATIONS IN GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAINS
Creating global operations strategy
A global operations strategy is a comprehensive plan that a company develops to enter and compete...
Strategic make or buy decisions in global supply chains
A make-or-buy decision is a critical strategic choice for companies, determining whether to manuf...
Total cost analysis in global supply chains
Total cost analysis is a decision-making approach that considers the minimization of total costs ...
Using 1PL 2PL 3PL 4PL 5PL supplier
Logistics models in India vary across different industries, from small-scale local suppliers to l...
Module 02 IMPLICATIONS OF INDUSTRY GLOBALIZATION DRIVERS FOR SUPPLY CHAINS
Module 05 PURCHASING IN GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAINS
Key elements of a global purchasing strategy
A Global Purchasing Strategy is a framework that companies use to manage their procurement activi...
Moving from international to global purchasing
International and Global purchasing are related concepts but differ in scope and reach. Understan...
Types of global purchasing strategies
In global purchasing, companies utilize various strategies to streamline procurement, optimize qu...
Strategies for outsourcing and off-shoring
Outsourcing involves delegating certain business processes or services to external entities, ofte...
Selecting suppliers and designing global supplier networks
Supply chain network design is like the architectural blueprint of a business's logistics operati...
Module 03 EVALUATING GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN INFRASTRUCTURE
Analysis of transportation communication utilities and technology infrastructure
1. Transportation Transportation infrastructure encompasses roadways, railways, airports, seaport...
Supply chain
1. Introduction to Value Chain In his 1985 book Competitive Advantage, Michael Porter explains th...
Supply chain security risks and value
1. Supply Chain Risks Supply chain risks fall into four main categories: economic, environmental,...
Legal considerations international contracts and insurance issues
1. Documents Required for Exports Customs Clearance ProForma Invoice: A preliminary invoice sen...
Commercial documents and customs clearance
1. Documents Required for Exports Customs Clearance ProForma Invoice: A preliminary invoice sen...
International commerce terms
1. Overview of Freight Incoterms Freight Incoterms (International Commercial Terms) are standard...
Module 07 INTRODUCTION TO QUALITY
Introduction to Quality
Quality refers to a product or service's ability to meet the needs and expectations of its custom...
Control need For control
Quality Control (QC) is essential for organizations striving to deliver high-quality products or ...
quality assurance
Quality Assurance (QA) is a component of quality management that focuses on providing confidence ...
Quality inspection types of Quality control
In quality management, inspections are essential to ensure that products meet required standards ...
Steps in Quality Control
Quality control is a systematic process that helps organizations ensure that their products or se...
Objectives of Quality Control
Quality control (QC) is essential for maintaining product standards and improving manufacturing e...
Seven Tools for quality control
1. Bar Chart / Histogram A Bar Chart or Histogram is a graphical representation used to show the...
Causes of Variation in Quality
Variations in quality can stem from different sources. Understanding these causes helps in identi...
Statistical process control
Statistical Process Control (SPC) is the use of statistical techniques to monitor and control a p...
Quality Circles
What is a Quality Circle? A Quality Circle (QC) is a technique in which a group of employees use ...
Concept Of Quality Assurance and Total Quality Management
Total Quality Management (TQM) is a management approach that focuses on improving the quality of ...
Six Sigma
Six Sigma is a set of methodologies and tools aimed at improving business processes by reducing d...
Module 01 INTRODUCTION TO SUPPLY CHAIN AND GLOBAL STRATEGY
Insight into global trade and global supply chains
Overview The Supply Chain is the connected chain of all the business entities, both internal and ...
Expertise in emerging markets and global supply chains
1. Introduction Emerging markets are regions experiencing rapid economic growth and industrializa...
Integration of global supply chain functions
Integration of Global Supply Chain Functions 1. Introduction to Supply Chain Integration Supply c...
Strategic benefits
Benefits of Integration of Global Supply Chain 1. Introduction to the Benefits of Supply Chain In...