Determining optimal site locations, establishing efficient supply and distribution networks.

Determining optimal site locations, establishing efficient supply and distribution networks, implementing effective organisational structures, ensuring a well-functioning transport system, and establishing an efficient communication system are integral factors for successful business operations and logistics management.

Course Content

  • A site decision is made by examining and evaluating possible factors impacting on site location
  • The site location decision is made by utilising specific tools and methods in accordance with general procedures
  • Critical factors are identified and evaluated to determine their influence on a site location decision
  • A structured rational process is used to facilitate the decision regarding site location using a simulated or real scenario
  • The objectives of facility layouts are analysed to inform decisions on the tools and methods to use for the design process 
  • Processes and products that will impact on facility layouts are identified and evaluated 
  • Facility layouts are designed in accordance with materials handling requirements
  • The facility layouts are designed by illustrating traditional or modern layouts to suit specific product and process requirements
 
  • Concepts of logistics systems are evaluated to determine their influence on design processes 
  • An effective and competitive logistics system is designed in line with the organisational strategy
  • The logistics system is designed in accordance with parameters of the site location
  • The logistics system is designed in accordance with resource requirements planning
  • Information requirements for effective supply chain management are identified and sourced
  • Key elements that define organisational structures are determined to evaluate their impact on supply chain infrastructure
  • Concepts of supply chain infrastructure are evaluated to determine their influence on the establishment of supply chain organisational structures
  • An organisational structure is developed in a given scenario that will facilitate effective supply chain management
  • Non-accredited: Short course only  
  • Duration: 1h 53m
  • Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
  • Access Period: 12 Months 
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