QUESTION 1

List down dissimilar activities which logistics normally includes and briefly explain 5 of them.

QUESTION 2

Discuss 5 areas of common focus for logistics strategy.

QUESTION 3

Classify MRP and discuss the benefits and problems of MRP.

QUESTION 4

In a few words answer following questions.

(a) If flow of materials is properly coordinated there is no need for stock and, therefore, no need for warehouses. When do you believe warehouses may disappear from supply chain?

(b) What is cross-docking and when be able to you use it?

(c) Why is layout of a warehouse important? Supermarkets are actually a type of warehouse, so same factors are important. Offer your view.