Logistics and Supply Chain Management Understanding the Flow of Goods, Information, and Resources Presented by [Your Name]
Introduction Definition of Logistics Definition of Supply Chain Management (SCM) Importance in today’s global economy Example: Amazon, Flipkart, Walmart
Difference Between Logistics and SCM Logistics: Movement & storage of goods SCM: End-to-end network from suppliers to customers Logistics is a part of SCM SCM focuses on relationships and integration
Components of Supply Chain Suppliers Manufacturers Distributors Retailers Customers
Key Logistics Activities Transportation Warehousing Inventory Management Order Fulfillment Packaging Distribution
Functions of SCM Procurement Production planning Demand forecasting Inventory control Logistics & transportation Customer service
Technologies in SCM ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) GPS & RFID Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Blockchain
Global Supply Chain Challenges Demand variability Political instability Raw material shortages Transportation delays Environmental regulations
Case Study: Amazon Advanced warehouse automation Strong supplier and distributor network Fast delivery through optimized logistics Customer-focused supply chain strategy
Conclusion Recap of key points Importance of integrating logistics and SCM Future trends: automation, sustainability, AI