Free ebook on logistics and supply chain, covering inventory, warehousing, transport, technology, costs, sustainability, and management.
Free ebook + audiobook content
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Introduction to Logistics
+ Exercise: What is the main purpose of logistics as described in the text? 3 minutes
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History and Evolution of Logistics
+ Exercise: What is the origin of the word "logistics" and how has it evolved over time? 3 minutes
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Fundamental Concepts of Logistics
+ Exercise: Which of the following concepts is NOT fundamental to the field of logistics? 3 minutes
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Logistics Functions
+ Exercise: What are some of the key functions of logistics as described in the text? 3 minutes
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Types of Logistics: Inbound and Outbound
+ Exercise: What is inbound logistics and why is it important for a company? 3 minutes
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Integrated logistics
+ Exercise: What is the concept of Integrated Logistics and what are its advantages? 3 minutes
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Reverse logistic
+ Exercise: What is reverse logistics and what are its benefits? 3 minutes
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Inventory Management
+ Exercise: What is the main purpose of inventory management? 3 minutes
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Perpetual and Periodic Inventory System
+ Exercise: What are the main differences between perpetual inventory system and periodic inventory system? 3 minutes
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Demand Forecast
+ Exercise: Which of the following statements correctly describes demand forecasting? 2 minutes
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Demand Planning
+ Exercise: What is the first step in demand planning in logistics? 3 minutes
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Purchasing Management
+ Exercise: What is the role of purchasing management in logistics? 3 minutes
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Selection and Evaluation of Suppliers
+ Exercise: What is the first step in selecting suppliers in logistics management? 3 minutes
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Storage Management
+ Exercise: What is one of the important aspects of warehouse management, according to the text? 3 minutes
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Warehouse Layout
+ Exercise: What are some of the important factors to consider when designing an effective warehouse layout? 3 minutes
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Material handling
+ Exercise: What is the primary purpose of material handling in logistics and supply chain management? 3 minutes
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Transport and Distribution
+ Exercise: What are some of the components involved in the transport and distribution process? 4 minutes
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Transport Modalities
+ Exercise: Which of the following transport modes is most suitable for high value-added cargo and long distances? 3 minutes
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Fleet management
+ Exercise: Which of the following is NOT a task associated with fleet management? 3 minutes
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Delivery Routing
+ Exercise: What does delivery routing involve and why is it a vital component in logistics management? 3 minutes
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Logistic Costs
+ Exercise: What are the components of logistics costs mentioned in the text? 3 minutes
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Logistics Performance Indicators
+ Exercise: What is order cycle time in relation to logistics performance indicators? 2 minutes
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Technology in Logistics: ERP, WMS, TMS
+ Exercise: Which of the following statements correctly describes the role of ERP, WMS and TMS systems in logistics? 3 minutes
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Logistics 4.0
+ Exercise: What is Logistics 4.0 and what technologies does it integrate to improve the efficiency of logistics processes? 3 minutes
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International logistics
+ Exercise: What is the main focus of the study and practice of International Logistics? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Sustainability
+ Exercise: What is sustainable logistics and what are some of the strategies companies can adopt to implement it? 3 minutes
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Humanitarian Logistics
+ Exercise: What does humanitarian logistics involve in emergency situations? 3 minutes
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Logistics in E-commerce
+ Exercise: What is the first step in e-commerce logistics, according to the text? 3 minutes
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Risk Management in Logistics
+ Exercise: What are some of the effective strategies for risk management in logistics as mentioned in the text? 3 minutes
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Strategic Planning in Logistics
+ Exercise: What is the main objective of strategic planning in logistics and how is it achieved? 3 minutes
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Lean Logistics
+ Exercise: Which of the following is a fundamental principle of Lean Logistics? 3 minutes
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Service Logistics
+ Exercise: What is service logistics and what are its main components? 3 minutes
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Hospital Logistics
+ Exercise: Which of the following activities is NOT mentioned as part of hospital logistics? 3 minutes
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Military Logistics
+ Exercise: What is the role of technology in military logistics? 3 minutes
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Port Logistics
+ Exercise: Which of the following options best describes the functions of Port Logistics? 3 minutes
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Logistics Project Management
+ Exercise: What is the role of a logistics project manager? 3 minutes
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Production Logistics
+ Exercise: Which of the following activities is NOT a crucial part of production logistics? 3 minutes
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Supply Logistics
+ Exercise: Which of the following is a critical component of supply logistics? 3 minutes
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After Sales Logistics
+ Exercise: Which of the following is a crucial aspect of aftermarket logistics? 3 minutes
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Rules and Regulations in Logistics
+ Exercise: What is the role of rules and regulations in the logistics sector? 3 minutes
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Trends and Innovations in Logistics
+ Exercise: What are some of the key trends and innovations that are shaping the field of logistics? 4 minutes
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Logistics and the Supply Chain
+ Exercise: What is the main difference between logistics and supply chain management? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Customer Service
+ Exercise: What is the impact of logistics on customer service? 3 minutes
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Logistics and the Environment
+ Exercise: What is the relationship between logistics and the environment and how can logistics contribute to environmental sustainability? 3 minutes
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Logistics and People Management
+ Exercise: What is the importance of people management in logistics and what strategies can be implemented to effectively manage people in logistics? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Marketing
+ Exercise: What is the relationship between logistics and marketing and how do they complement each other in the context of a business? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Quality
+ Exercise: What are the main strategies for ensuring quality in logistics, as described in the text? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Security
+ Exercise: What are some of the top security challenges in logistics? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Ethics
+ Exercise: What is the importance of ethics in logistics? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Conflict Management
+ Exercise: What is the role of logistics in an increasingly globalized and competitive world? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Financial Planning
+ Exercise: What is the ultimate goal of logistics and how is it intertwined with financial planning? 2 minutes
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Logistics and Negotiation
+ Exercise: Which of the following statements is true about the importance of negotiation in logistics? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Communication
+ Exercise: What is the importance of communication in logistics and what are some of the tools that can be used to facilitate this communication? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Entrepreneurship
+ Exercise: What is the importance of logistics for entrepreneurship? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Leadership
+ Exercise: What is the importance of leadership in logistics? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Decision Making
+ Exercise: What are the four main categories of logistical decisions? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Time Management
+ Exercise: What are the four main stages of time management in logistics? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Change Management
+ Exercise: What is the importance of change management in the logistics of an organization? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Crisis Management
+ Exercise: What is the importance of crisis management in logistics and what are its main components, according to the text? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Knowledge Management
+ Exercise: How do logistics and knowledge management relate to and benefit from each other? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Skills Management
+ Exercise: Which of the following skills is NOT mentioned as fundamental in the complete Logistics course from basic to advanced? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Career Management
+ Exercise: What is the purpose of logistics in a company and how can a Complete Logistics Course contribute to professional development in the area? 2 minutes
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Logistics and Talent Management
+ Exercise: What is the importance of talent management in the logistics of an organization? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Performance Management
+ Exercise: What is one of the main benefits of performance management in logistics? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Organizational Culture Management
+ Exercise: What is the importance of organizational culture in logistics and how can it be managed effectively? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Innovation Management
+ Exercise: What can innovation management in logistics provide companies? 3 minutes
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Logistics and Diversity Management
+ Exercise: What is the intersection between logistics and diversity management? 2 minutes
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Logistics and Ethics Management
+ Exercise: How important is the integration of logistics and ethical management in modern business management? 2 minutes
About the free ebook with audio
Complete Course in Logistics from Basic to Advanced
This free online ebook provides a practical, structured view of logistics and supply chain operations, from essential concepts to strategic and emerging applications. It explains how materials, information, inventory, transport, people, and customer service work together to create efficient flows across an organization.
Build operational and strategic logistics knowledge
Explore the decisions behind purchasing, supplier evaluation, demand forecasting, inventory control, storage, warehouse layout, material handling, transportation, fleet operations, and delivery routing. Learn how to assess logistics costs, use performance indicators, and improve service while balancing availability, speed, quality, and cost.
The ebook also examines integrated, reverse, international, humanitarian, e-commerce, production, service, hospital, military, and port logistics. It connects daily operations with supply chain coordination, sustainability, regulations, risk management, security, and customer expectations.
Prepare for modern logistics challenges
Understand the role of ERP, WMS, TMS, automation, data, and Logistics 4.0 in improving visibility and decision-making. The material also addresses lean practices, strategic planning, projects, innovation, crisis response, financial planning, negotiation, communication, and quality management.
Develop professional capabilities
Logistics performance depends on both systems and people. This ebook highlights leadership, ethics, teamwork, diversity, talent, knowledge, skills, change, conflict, time, career, and organizational culture management. Use these insights to support more resilient, responsible, and competitive logistics operations.
What is the difference between inbound and outbound logistics?
Inbound logistics manages materials entering a business; outbound logistics manages finished goods moving to customers.
How do ERP, WMS, and TMS support logistics operations?
ERP integrates business data, WMS manages warehouse activities, and TMS supports transportation planning and execution.
Which logistics indicators help measure delivery performance?
Common indicators include on-time delivery, order accuracy, inventory turnover, transport cost, and order cycle time.
This ebook/audiobook includes:
3 hours and 50 minutes of audio content
Digital certificate of course completion (Free)
Exercises to train your knowledge
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