FULLY SOLVED BOOK LASY 5 YEARS PAPERS SOLVED PLUS GUESS

UNIT I INTRODUCTION 9
Definition and Scope of Logistics – Functions & Objectives – Customer Value Chain – Service
Phases and attributes – Value added logistics services – Role of logistics in Competitive strategy –
Customer Service
UNIT II DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS AND OUTSOURCING LOGISTICS 9
Distribution channel structure - channel members, channel strategy, role of logistics and support in
distribution channels. Logistics requirements of channel members.
Logistics outsourcing – catalysts, benefits, value proposition. Third and fourth party logistics.
Selection of service provider.
UNIT III TRANSPORTATION AND PACKAGING 9
Transportation System – Evolution, Infrastructure and Networks. Freight Management – Vehicle
Routing – Containerization. Modal Characteristics, Inter-modal Operators and Transport Economies.
Packaging- Design considerations, Material and Cost. Packaging as Unitisation. Consumer and
Industrial Packaging.
UNIT IV PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT AND COSTS 9
Performance Measurement – Need, System, Levels and Dimensions. Internal and External
Performance Measurement. Logistics Audit. Total Logistics Cost – Concept, Accounting Methods.
Cost – Identification, Time Frame and Formatting.
UNIT V CURRENT TRENDS 9
Logistics Information Systems – Need, Characteristics and Design. E-Logistics – Structure and
Operation. Logistics Resource Management eLRM. Automatic Identification Technologies. Reverse
Logistics – Scope, design and as a competitive tool. Global Logistics – Operational and Strategic
Issues, ocean and air transportation. Strategic logistics planning. Green Logistics