TRL2604 ASSIGNMENT 01 SEMESTER 1 2025 (153132 )

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UNIQUE NUMBER: 153132
MODULE CODE: TRL2604
MODULE NAME: INTEGRATED LOGISTICS
ASSIGNMENT: 01
SEMESTER 1_2025

, Table of Contents

1. Introduction……………………………………………………………………………... 2

2. Compare and Contrast Logistics Management with Supply Chain Management

2.1 Definition and Scope……………………………………………………… 2
2.2 Key Differences…………………………………………………………… 2

3. Decisions Supply Managers Need to Consider When Developing a Sourcing
Strategy
3.1 Cost-Effectiveness and Supplier Reliability……………………………. 3

3.2 Risk Management and Sustainability…………………………………... 3
4. Prevalent Logistics-Related Elements of Customer Service

4.1 Order Accuracy and Timely Delivery……………………………………. 3

4.2 Communication, Transparency, and Flexibility………………………… 4

5. Types of Demand Patterns Influencing Demand Forecasting

5.1 Seasonal and Cyclical Demand…………………………………………. 4
5.2 Irregular and Stable Demand…………………………………………… 4

6. Analysis of a Manufacturing Company’s Organizational Plan Using Porter’s Value
Chain Framework

6.1 Primary Activities in Porter’s Value Chain………………………………5

6.2 Support Activities and Strategic Alignment…………………………… 5
7. Conclusion……………………………………………………………………………. 5

8. References…………………………………………………………………………… 6