Lean Supply Chain & Lean Logistics

Course Description

In this two-part event, we will examine the elements of Lean logistics and Lean supply chain.

Lean Supply Chain - Part 1
A Lean supply chain is one that will have the right products in the right quantities at the right place at the right time with minimal cost, which all translate into customer satisfaction. In order to achieve this objective, the companies, suppliers, intermediaries, third party service providers, and customers that make up the supply chain must collaborate to make it happen. This session demonstrates the need to implement Lean principles throughout the larger system of companies that make up the value chain network. The imperative for a planned and managed supply chain improvement initiative is demonstrated through a simulation exercise that exposes the wastes and identifies appropriate remedies.

Lean Logistics - Part 2
Lean Logistics is central to the efficient and effective flow of incoming and outbound goods, services, and related information. As an enterprise extends its application of Lean tools beyond the boundaries of its physical operations, achievement of lower total logistics cost becomes a goal and minimizing waste becomes the means. This session, taught using lecture, group discussion and demonstrations, examines these wastes and provides valuable tools and insights for turning logistics problems into a competitive advantage. Focus is directed on reducing logistics costs, improving logistics service, and removing impediments and bottlenecks to efficient, effective operations.

Learning Objectives

Participants will learn to:

• appreciate the reach and impact of supply chain management

• recognize how Lean principles and SCM can and should be employed together

• apply Lean principles for improved supply chain performance

• examine the fundamentals of Lean logistics

• recognize the cost trade-offs found in logistics

• understand logistics' contribution toward the pursuit of Lean

Who should attend?

Production Manager/Supervisor, Plant/Facility Manager, and personnel in the areas of Purchasing, Sales, Marketing, and those who interface with the logistics function and/or any aspect of the supply chain.

Workshop Outcomes

Attendees will gain valuable insight into:

• improved coordination of supply chain activity within the company and with suppliers and customers;
• the importance of establishing cross-functional involvement to identify the important elements for company success
• “doing the right things right” in the supply chain to ensure customer satisfaction at the lowest possible cost.
• logistics cost reduction
• logistics process simplification
• improved inbound service to support internal operations
• improved outbound service to support customer service objectives
• improved coordination between logistics management and other functional areas of the company

Course Agenda

• Overview of Supply Chain Management
  • Logistics management vs. supply chain management
  • The goal of supply chain management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Supplier relationship management
• What makes the supply chain lean
• The Supply Chain Game – a simulation
• Overview of Logistics and Lean Application
• Transportation Management Exercise
• Transportation Management System
  • Logistics costs
  • Cost and service considerations
  • Transportation facts and decision making
  • Carrier selection criteria – The Core Carrier Concept
  • Inventory Management System
  • Determining inventory carrying cost
  • Inventory turns and carrying costs
  • Key measures
• Logistics
  • Traditional inbound logistics
  • Milk runs
  • Crossdocking

Cancellation Policy

Registrations may be transferred to another colleague without charge. To be considered for a refund, we must receive notification of cancellation in writing no later than 21 days prior to the start of the workshop. Cancellations received within 21 days are subject to the full registration fee and money will be held on account for up to one year for use at a future workshop or conference. There is a $200 processing fee for all cancellations.