SMU MBA SEM 4 – IB0016–Global logistics and supply chain management WINTER 2015-16
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DRIVE- winter 2015
PROGRAM/SEMESTER- MBADS – (SEM 4/SEM 6) / MBAN2 / MBAFLEX – (SEM 4) / PGDIB – (SEM 2)
SUBJECT CODE & NAME- IB00160
Q1. Logistical development varies from country to country. Discuss the factors influencing logistics. (4 factors)
Answer:
There are several factors that affect logistics. These issues need to be anticipated, prepared for and taken advantage of for a company to be successful in today’s market. They are
External:
- Globalisation
Q2. Analyze and discuss market-accommodation flow with respect to operational, planning and control and behavioral context.
(Analysis of market accommodation flow in: Operational, Planning and control, Behavioral)4, 3, 3(10 marks
Answer:
Market accommodation flow, which reflects post-sales service administration and reverse logistics, including product recalls and recycling. Market accommodation also enables effective supply chain planning through
Q3. Write short notes on:
- a) Bulk cargo
- b) Container vessel
(Meaning and examples of bulk cargo-4 marks, meaning and types of container vessels-6 marks)10 marks
Answer.
Bulk Cargo
Bulk Cargo – is a cargo which can be carried and stored in large quantities. Market demand of such goods does not change frequently. Such cargoes are low unit value. There is no risk of deterioration orobsolence in case of bulk cargo. Commodities like food grains, fertilizers, building materials and petroleum products are considered bulk
Q4. How is ocean liner conferences formed? What are the types of liner associations?
(Ocean liner conference-5 marks, Types of liner conference-5 marks)10 marks
Answer.
Ocean liner conference
A Liner Conference can be defined as “a group of two or more vessel operating carriers which provide internationa liner services for the carriage of cargo on a particular route or routes within specific geographical limits and which has an agreement or arrangement within the framework of which they operate under uniform
Q5. What are logistics intermediaries? Explain the different types of intermediaries and their strategic approaches.
(Meaning-3 marks, Functions-3 marks, Types-4 marks)10 marks
Answer. Meaning
Logistics intermediary: A party who arranges shipping, warehousing, distribution and other goods movement on behalf of goods providers and shipping
Q6. Describe the various measures that must be taken while transporting the hazardous materials.
(A Safety measures for hazardous materials) 10 marks
Answer.
These 11 rules are presented in no particular order. They are all top priorities for chemical handlers. However, feel free to rearrange them in whatever order you think is best for your workplace, your workers, and your material
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