Transportation Management Fundamentals
APICS CSCP training equips professionals to integrate and manage production and distribution chains. Gain recognition, improve productivity, and enhance career opportunities with this in-demand certification.
What you’ll learn
- You will understand why transportation is important to regions and countries’ economic vitality and supply chains operating at a global scale
- You will understand each of the five basic transportation modes, have an operational overview, common pros and cons, and characteristics of freights
- You will learn the different types of cost structures and rates used within the transportation industry
- You will have the knowledge to explain private transportation, analyze private trucking cost structure, and understand variable and fixed costs
- You will understand the importance of planning and execution of global transportation, with efficient and timely movement between countries
- You will understand the risk and disruptions that can affect transportation and be able to describe the process of transportation risk management
Transportation is vital for the firms and institutions that rely on it and for the economy in general. Not only though is it one of the most important components of global supply chains, it’s also one of the most vulnerable. That is why it is important to understand the management and operations of transportation. The need for increased transportation security both outside and within country borders and the volatile nature of global fuel prices constantly need to be considered and factored into decisions companies make.
In this course, we will look at transportation demand, its unique challenges, and how the transportation services of companies can add value to products. We will also look at supply chain management development and its importance, emphasizing why transportation is key to efficient and effective supply chains. The unique features of transportation costs and rates and the theory and practices of transportation pricing are covered.
Private transportation and fleet management is also discussed, with key highlights such as the rationale of using private fleets, the different kinds of private transportation, and the practices currently used in fleet management. As many companies are now looking to utilize 3PL providers, we also outline the structure of the 3PL industry, relationship options, and common customer characteristics.
Last but not least, we look at the always evolving role in the supply chains of global transportation. Focusing on the planning activities related to efficient freight movement between countries we will cover the effective choices of route, carrier and mode selection, accurate documentation, and trade terms. A crucial element in transportation is risk management. After an overview of the key concepts, we will focus on important points such as strategies, methods, and outcomes to reduce risks.
Upon completion of the course, you will have the practical and valuable skills necessary to improve the transportation function within your company as a whole, by teaching you the basic principles and good practices of transportation planning, management, and control.
Who this course is for:
- The course is suitable for students and business professionals who want to broaden their scope of knowledge of transportation management in the supply chain.
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