Purchase management SUBMITTED TO : KRISHNA TAK SUBMITTED BY :ANUPRIYA CHHAJED
TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT PRESENTATION TITLE
“ traffic” refers to the flow of goods or materials within a supply chain or procurement process. It relates to movement of items from suppliers to manufacturers and ultimately to the end consumers. Traffic management in purchase management is about overseeing the logical aspects of the supply chain to ensure that goods move smoothly and efficiently while minimizing costs and maintaining quality. . Traffic
Impact of traffic Inventory management Sales opportunities Customer behavior analysis Customer data Supply chain management Customer support Pricing strategies Returns and refunds
Transportation management Transport or transportation is the intentional movement of humans, animals, and goods from one location to another. Transportation management describes all processes along the supply chain: from the selection of the right supplier to invoice processing. A key function of any logistics company is to maximise profitability by optimising these Transport Management processes.
Mode of transport The global movement of people and products depends on transportation. The development of new forms of transportation, such as pipelines, cable transmission, and space travel , is a result of technological innovation. Additionally, we have created many forms of rail transportation, including underwater trains . Modes of transport include air, land, water, cable, pipelines, and space. Roadways The most popular form of transportation for regular people is the road. An economical option Works for almost every geographical area. Door-to-Door delivery. Easier packing, docking, & offloading process.
Railways Railways are utilized for both freight and passenger transportation. In difficult and hilly terrains, we were able to build well-connected railway networks . Waterways The least expensive form of transportation is by water. The two categories of water transportation are inland waterways and maritime channels. More scalable and environment friendly. Airways Although air travel is the most expensive mode of transportation, it is also the fastest and safest. It is a form of transportation that guarantees last-mile accessibility on difficult terrain.
Selection of right mode Cost of Transport – Costs vary based on the type and amount of goods needed to be transported. Reliability and Regularity of Service – The urgency and speed by which the goods are to be delivered, influences the decision as to which mode of transport to use. All modes of transport, are affected by bad weather such as heavy rains, snow, fog and storms, which may cause delays. Characteristics of goods – When selecting the mode of transport, the size and weight of goods play a crucial role. Land and air transport primarily cater to fragile and small shipments. Rail and sea transport are a more suitable option for heavy shipments . Safety – S ea transport is the most risky, Some goods also require special facilities such as refrigeration or special security measures that affects the selection process of mode of transport.
Enhanced Customer service Optimizing costs Timely delivery : right place within the stipulated time. Improve efficiency Gaining competitive edge Mobility of labour and capital. Transportation facilitates the development of industries and markets and helps in expansion. Transportation helps in mass production and stability of prices . Overall growth IMPORTANCE
barriers Geographic distance High shipping costs Supply chain disruptions Lack of reliable carriers Limited transportation options Communication and visibility Transport capacity