TRL3707
ASSIGNMENT 2 SEMESTER 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: SEPTEMBER 2025
, Logistics Activities
Question 1.1
Discuss participants that may influence transport at PepsiCo and explain how
these participants might influence transport at PepsiCo.
(6 marks for theory, 6 marks for application = 12 marks)
Theoretical discussion
Transport in supply chain management involves various participants whose actions
directly affect efficiency, cost, and service quality. Key participants include:
1. Shippers (manufacturers/producers): Responsible for moving goods from
production facilities to distribution centers or customers. They determine
transport requirements, volumes, and scheduling.
2. Carriers (transport providers): Provide the physical movement of goods
through road, rail, air, or sea. Their reliability, cost structure, and service quality
influence transport efficiency.
3. Consignees (customers/retailers): They expect timely deliveries and influence
routing or delivery frequency. Their demand patterns affect load consolidation
and cost.
4. Government and regulators: Influence transport through policies, customs
procedures, taxation, and infrastructure investments. Regulations on safety,
weight limits, and environmental standards impact transport operations.
5. Third-party logistics providers (3PLs): Offer integrated transport and
distribution services, improving flexibility and scalability.
6. Technology providers: Enhance transport through innovations such as GPS,
tracking, and transport management systems.
Application to PepsiCo
ASSIGNMENT 2 SEMESTER 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: SEPTEMBER 2025
, Logistics Activities
Question 1.1
Discuss participants that may influence transport at PepsiCo and explain how
these participants might influence transport at PepsiCo.
(6 marks for theory, 6 marks for application = 12 marks)
Theoretical discussion
Transport in supply chain management involves various participants whose actions
directly affect efficiency, cost, and service quality. Key participants include:
1. Shippers (manufacturers/producers): Responsible for moving goods from
production facilities to distribution centers or customers. They determine
transport requirements, volumes, and scheduling.
2. Carriers (transport providers): Provide the physical movement of goods
through road, rail, air, or sea. Their reliability, cost structure, and service quality
influence transport efficiency.
3. Consignees (customers/retailers): They expect timely deliveries and influence
routing or delivery frequency. Their demand patterns affect load consolidation
and cost.
4. Government and regulators: Influence transport through policies, customs
procedures, taxation, and infrastructure investments. Regulations on safety,
weight limits, and environmental standards impact transport operations.
5. Third-party logistics providers (3PLs): Offer integrated transport and
distribution services, improving flexibility and scalability.
6. Technology providers: Enhance transport through innovations such as GPS,
tracking, and transport management systems.
Application to PepsiCo
