Logistics and Operations Management

Much of the economic activity in Barbados and the OECS is driven by the importation of raw materials and finished goods for manufacturing and retail. This heavy dependence on expensive imports renders logistics and supply chain management critical tools for cost containment. In addition, the ability to make competitive inroads into export markets will increasingly depend on effective inbound logistics. The CPDLL courses are designed to present participants with the most recent developments in logistics, supply chain management and operations management in order to effect the process re-engineering necessary for their organisations to minimise costs while still ensuring that goods and services meet the quality standards of target customers.

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Delivery Logistics

This logistics course introduces students to various aspects of delivery transport, and how these fit into the broader logistics function. Furthermore, this course focuses on the day-to-day operation of delivery and transport logistics within a global strategic framework. It facilitates students’ understanding of key transport systems and processes while introducing them to key logistics management tools.

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E-Logistics

This short course seeks to provide delegates with a comprehensive understanding of established and emerging technological developments in the field of e-Logistics. The course integrates theory and real-world firm focus and cases to develop delegates’ application of theory to real world settings and issues. The topics to be covered in this course include but are not limited to transportation, warehousing, inventory management, global logistics and forward logistics. By the end of the short course, delegates will understand how the principles of supply chain logistics interact with ICTs to help businesses achieve improved productivity and how they act as a source competitive advantage.

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Green Logistics

Green logistics encompasses logistics systems and approaches which have been designed to minimize environmental and ethical damage during their operations. This course will provide an overview of green logistics and focus on the many issues that face logistical organizations as they attempt to implement more ethical and sustainable practices.

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Inventory and Warehouse Management

Wastage, obsolescence and ineffective warehouse and inventory management are proven to reduce a firm’s profitability, yet there has been insufficient adoption of proven models for inventory and warehouse management within Caribbean business settings. This course will introduce you to the theories and concepts of inventory and warehouse management with specific emphasis on identifying the components of inventory related costs, estimating the cost of said components, controlling material flow through materials requirement planning and just-in-time delivery and managing inventory related response to customer demand. In summary, you will take away the knowledge to better manage your areas, and to effectively align your activities with those of the logistics and supply chain management team within your organisation, leading to smoother, more profitable operations.

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Logistics and Supply Chain Analysis for LSCM Professionals

This course is aimed at business professionals working in Logistics and Supply Chain Management that wish to delve deeper into the analytical aspects of the field. At the end of this course, you will be able to use econometric and advanced statistical techniques in logistics and supply chain decisions. Upon completion of the course, you are expected to effectively align your activities with those of the logistics and supply chain management team within your organisation, leading to smoother, more profitable operations.

Mode of Delivery: Face-to-Face

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Retail Logistics

Within the retail sector, there are large volumes of goods which need to be systematically moved until they are delivered to the wider customer base. Retail logistics is the process of managing the flow of this merchandise from the source of supply to the customer. This course will provide an overview of the retail logistics process.

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Strategic Logistics and Supply Chain Management for non-LSCM professionals

Logistical (movement of goods from manufacturer to final consumer) expertise creates cost efficiencies which can be passed on as reduced prices/increased value to consumers. Effective supply chain management, (the management of relationships between supplier, manufacturer, wholesaler and retailer) also creates value that can generate competitive advantage for every member of the supply chain. This course presents the strategic role of logistics and supply chain management by examining the practice of logistics and supply chain management, as well as the link between logistics and supply chain strategy and overall corporate and marketing strategy. In summary, this course is intended to strengthen the internal coordination between the LSCM function and other functions within corporations, as well as equip you with the skills to maximise supply chains to achieve competitive advantage.

Mode of Delivery: ~~Face-to-Face~~ ONLINE

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