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END4267 LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT. Dr. Mehmet Akansel 2013-2014 Fall Semester. END4267 LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT. Goal: Teaching the fundamental concepts and methods of logistics and supply chain management Learning Outcomes:
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END4267LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT Dr. Mehmet Akansel 2013-2014 Fall Semester
END4267 LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT • Goal: Teaching the fundamental concepts and methods of logistics and supply chain management • Learning Outcomes: • 1 Knowing the basic concepts and their definitions related to logistics systems • 2 Recognizing the components and organizations of logistics systems • 3 Being able to apply the numerical methods that can be used in the design of logistics systems • 4 Recognizing the historical background of logistics sector and being able to forecast the future trends • 5 Knowing the methods to select the suitable suppliers in logistics systems and recognizing the collaboration opportunities • 6 Knowing the approaches to be used for inventory management • 7 Understanding the fundamentals of logistics information systems • 8 Recognizing the potential contributions of lean thinking and 6-sigma approach to improve efficiency in logistics management
END4267 LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT • Introduction – Logistics Concepts and Systems • Logistics Systems Design and Organization • Supplier Selection in Logistics Systems • Design and Management of Warehouses • Design and Management of Distribution Systems • Information Technology in Logistics Systems
References • Ghiani, G., Laporte, G., Musmanno, R., Introduction to Logistics Systems Management, 2nd ed. John Wiley High Education, 2013. (Required) • Chopra, S., Meindl, P, Supply Chain Management: Strategy Planning and Operation, Prentice Hall, 4th ed., 2010. (Optional) • Bartholdi, J.J., Hackman, S., Warehouse and Distribution Science, 2005, http://www.tli.gatech.edu/whscience/ • Exams: Mid-term exam (% 30), Quiz (% 10), Case study / Project presentation (% 10), Final exam (% 50)