Introduction to Distribution and Logistics Overview.................................................................

Session Learning Objectives ......................................................................................................

Defining Distribution Management...........................................................................................

What is the Supply and Distribution Channel?.........................................................................

The Need for Distribution Channels..........................................................................................

Reducing Channel Transaction Complexity ..............................................................................

Channel Intermediaries ..............................................................................................................

Role of the Distribution Function ...............................................................................................

Defining Logistics Management ................................................................................................

Logistics Management Functions .............................................................................................

Logistics Operations...................................................................................................................

Reverse Logistics and Motivating Factors................................................................................

Reverse Logistics Hierarchy and Benefits ................................................................................

Logistics Strategy .......................................................................................................................

Guidelines for Logistics Strategy ...............................................................................................

Logistics and Supply Chain Management.................................................................................

Review, Terms, Discussion Questions, Exercises.....................................................................

Terms Check ...............................................................................................................................

Performance Check – Answers and Test Documents..............................................................

Discussion Questions .................................................................................................................

Case Study ..................................................................................................................................

Suggested Additional Readings .................................................................................................