Use with Export Practice & Management Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4 © 2006 Alan Branch Chapter 6 Logistics and globalisation

Use with Export Practice & Management Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4 © 2006 Alan Branch Topics covered in this chapter Role of logistics P&O Nedlloyd Container Line – Logistics Division Factors contributing to the development of logistics Logistic freight forwarder Greater Columbus – an inland logistics port, USA Logistic case studies Criteria of logistic supplier selection

Use with Export Practice & Management Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4 © 2006 Alan Branch Future of logistics Globalization advantages – factors Global village Factors obstructing globalization Developing the global economy Interface between logistics and globalisation

Use with Export Practice & Management Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4 © 2006 Alan Branch Logistics and globalization An important chapter to be understood in a fast expanding logistic driven global trade market to ensure the right strategies are devised by the shipper. Role of logistics Logistics is a corporate function and strategic part of the business plan. Memorise the definition. Note how logistics can improve service quality through cost efficient management of the supply chain or outsourcing of services. Moreover understand the two main criteria for a successful international logistic operation. Also focus on the European company logistics needs.

Use with Export Practice & Management Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4 © 2006 Alan Branch P&O Nedlloyd Container Line – Logistics Division Examine through research other major logistic operators and produce a comparison. Note the four key areas and figure 6.1 Factors contributing to the development of logistics Study closely the 25 factors examined and figure 6.2. Research any example of and individual factors.

Use with Export Practice & Management Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4 © 2006 Alan Branch Logistic freight forwarder An appraisel of the logistic freight forwarder with emphasis on the mega freight forwarder. Greater Columbus – an inland logistic port, USA An examination of a USA logistic port note tables 6.1, 6.2 and 6.3. Logistic case studies Analyse the six case studies.

Use with Export Practice & Management Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4 © 2006 Alan Branch Criteria of logistic supplier selection An important area for the shipper to master. Note figure 6.3. Future of logistics Note the key points made and research further. Globalization advantages – factors Comprehend the globalisation environment – understand the 8 advantages and master through further research the 15 factors driving globalisation. An important area to comprehend.

Use with Export Practice & Management Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4 © 2006 Alan Branch Global village An appraisal of the global village – research further. Factors obstructing globalisation Note the 8 factors obstructing globalisation. Developing the global economy A key area to comprehend fully in this chapter and the paramount need to monitor the accelerating development of globalisation. Note the 12 areas discussed.

Use with Export Practice & Management Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4 © 2006 Alan Branch Interface between logistics and globalisation This is an extensive subject and examine closely the areas discussed. Note particularly the role of containerization and points made in the concluding paragraph.

Use with Export Practice & Management Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4 © 2006 Alan Branch Key concepts Ensure you fully understand the following: Role of logistics – comprehend its developing in the 21 st century. P&O Nedlloyd Container Line Logistics Division – focus especially on the benefits to the shipper and supply chain. Factors contributing to the development of logistics – the key areas discussed. Logistic freight forwarder – the ingredients of a successful freight forwarder.

Use with Export Practice & Management Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4 © 2006 Alan Branch Logistic freight forwarder – the ingredients of a successful freight forwarder. Greater Columbus an inland logistic port, USA – key areas examined of a successful inland logistic port. Logistic case studies comprehend – key points examined. Future of logistics – note Edmund Burke remarks. Globalization advantages – factors – Important to comprehend the 23 points made. Global village – research examples.

Use with Export Practice & Management Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4 © 2006 Alan Branch Factors obstructing globalisation – understand the 8 points raised. Developing the global economy – the 12 key points examined. Interface between logistics and globalisation – a key subject area in a changing environment.

Use with Export Practice & Management Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4 © 2006 Alan Branch Conclusion Chapters 3, 4, 5, and 6, examine the transport element of international trade which you must fully understand in order to devise a rational distribution logistic strategy for the discerning entrepreneur.