The Fundamentals of end-to-end Supply Chain Management

🎓 Course Title: The Fundamentals of end-to-end Supply Chain Management

Headline: Unlock the Secrets of Supply Chain Management - Level 1: Introducing all the Key Components of a Supply Chain

Course Description by Dr. Dion Glass:

Welcome to the Foundational Module of Supply Chain Management, where we dive deep into the intricacies and dynamics of a well-orchestrated supply chain. This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and manage the entire spectrum of supply chain activities, from the initial stages of procurement to the final stages of delivery and beyond.

Key Modules:

1. INTRODUCTION TO END-TO-END SUPPLY CHAIN 🌟

• Understanding the Supply Chain: We start by demystifying what an end-to-end supply chain is, its critical components, and how they interact to deliver value.
  • Plan for the best, prepare for the worst
  • Guidelines and relationships

2. CONTRACT MANAGEMENT & NEGOTIATIONS (2 Parts) 🖊️

• The Essence of Contracting: We explore what contracting is all about, the importance of planning for the best and preparing for various scenarios.
  • Typical contract scenarios
    • Service agreements (simple/complex)
    • Goods/Material supply (simple/complex)
    • Goods & Services (simple/complex)
    • EPC/EPCm/Project contracts (fixed term)
  • Upcoming Module: We will delve deeper into the various contract types in our advanced module.
• Components of a Contract: A comprehensive look at what constitutes a robust contract, from company information to legal landscape and dispute resolution.
  • Force majeure
  • Overarching law
  • Dispute resolution
  • Breach
  • SHERQ
  • Risk
  • Company closure
  • General terms
• Contracting with Strategic Intent: Understanding the key drivers behind effective contract management and how it transcends traditional T&Cs.
  • The four quadrants of suppliers
  • Maintaining a contract register

3. PROCUREMENT & SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT 🛍️

• Procurement vs Purchasing: Clarifying the differences and understanding TCO (Total Cost of Ownership).
• Professional Procurement: Managing procurement in the four quadrants of suppliers and categorizing spend for optimal performance.

4. STRATEGIC SOURCING 🔍

• The Concept of Strategic Sourcing: Discovering why strategic sourcing is crucial for a robust supply chain.
• Categories of Strategic Sourcing: Identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

5. INBOUND, OUTBOUND LOGISTICS AND NETWORK DESIGN 📦

• Mastering Logistics: Understanding different types of inbound and outbound logistics and the principles of supply chain network design.
• Key Elements in Network Design: Learning about capacity, location, inventory, transportation and information flow.

6. SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNING 📊

• Supply-Demand Planning: Gaining insights into forecasting techniques to align supply with market demand.

7. ON-SITE LOGISTICS 🏭

• On-Site Management: Handling on-site storage, warehousing, and materials management to ensure operational efficiency.

8. SUPPLY CHAIN ENABLEMENT ⚙️

• Technology and Systems: Exploring the role of technology in supply chain operations and the importance of having the right systems in place.
• Policies, Processes, and Procedures: Establishing clear governance to manage your supply chain effectively.

9. SUPPLY CHAIN STRATEGY 🎯

• Defining Supply Chain Strategy: Understanding the role of supply chain strategy in supporting overall business strategy.
• Various Supply Chain Strategies: Learning how different approaches can be tailored to meet specific business objectives.

Join us on this journey as we dissect and comprehend each aspect of supply chain management. Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your knowledge, this course will provide you with the practical tools and concepts needed to excel in the world of logistics and supply chain operations. Let's embark on this learning path together! 🛣️🔍🚀

Enroll Now and Transform Your Supply Chain Understanding! 📚➡️🎓