Logistic Provider
This assignment consists of two activities:
Activity 1 (Assessment Phase)
Describe and discuss how your organization is affected by the logistics issues discussed in the module.
Activity 2 (Improvement Phase)
Describe how your organization could address the issues more effectively.
Homework:
Activity 1 (Assessment Phase)
Describe and assess your organization's experience, if any, with 4PLs ("virtual" logistics service providers [VLSP]).
Activity 2 (Improvement Phase)
Determine if your organization could more effectively use the services of 4PLs (VLSP). If your organization has no experience with 4PLs (VLSP), discuss the major advantages and disadvantages that might result from using a VLSP for the organization.
Please Read....
Dutton, G. (2009 Jan) The Rise of the 4PL, World Trade,: Vol. 22, Iss. 1, pg. 20 [ProQuest doc ID: 228243277]
Stefannsson, G. (2006) Collaborative logistics management and the role of third-party service providers, International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management, Bradford, Vol.36, Iss. 2, pg. 76. [ProQuest doc ID: 232591796]
Win, A. (2008) The value a 4PL provider can contribute to an organization, International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management. Bradford: 2008. Vol. 38, Iss. 9; pg. 674 [ProQuest doc ID: 232592261]