Value proposition of logistics

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Value proposition of logistics and how it is integrated into other company functions

Objectives of logistics integration and how service is measured

The three functions of logistics

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1. You manage inbound transportation for your company in Dallas, TX. A leading ISP (freight forwarder) has just made a proposal to you that will reduce your ocean shipping costs by 15%. Rather than receiving a weekly inbound shipment of 10,000 lbs from China, you will bring in a monthly 40,000 shipment. What would you consider before making this change? What departments besides your distribution center would you want to advise before making this change?

2. If you are manufacturing in the USA and find out you can off shore manufacturing to Asia and reduce your manufacturing costs by 35%, what would be a reason you would still choose not to do this. Why?

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