Unit 1 - Introduction to logistics

Palabra

Ejemplo

logistics

Logistics is essential for global trade

supply chain

A strong supply chain ensures timely deliveries

freight

The company specializes in international freight

carrier

The carrier transported goods across Europe

consignee

The consignee must confirm receipt of goods

consignment

The consignment arrived in excellent condition

warehouse

The warehouse stores thousands of products

inventory

The company needs to control its inventory

procurement

Procurement of raw materials is costly

distribution

Distribution centers help manage stock efficiently

shipment

The shipment was delayed due to bad weather

freight forwarder

A freight forwarder arranges transportation of goods

haulier

The haulier delivered the cargo on time

customs clearance

Customs clearance took longer than expected

bill of lading

The bill of lading is required for shipping

lead time

Reducing lead time improves efficiency

just-in-time (JIT)

The company applies a just-in-time system

supply chain management

Supply chain management optimizes logistics

third-party logistics

Third-party logistics providers handle shipments

distribution center

The distribution center processes online orders

freight bill

The customer received the freight bill

cargo

The cargo was loaded onto the plane

pallet

The goods were placed on pallets

container

The container was shipped overseas

freight rate

The freight rate varies by distance

logistics provider

We use a reliable logistics provider

supply chain visibility

Technology enhances supply chain visibility

reverse logistics

Reverse logistics focuses on returns

cross-docking

Cross-docking reduces storage time

order fulfillment

Quick order fulfillment boosts customer satisfaction

freight terminal

The freight terminal is very busy

logistics network

A strong logistics network speeds up deliveries

transportation management

Transportation management helps reduce costs

warehouse management

The company upgraded its warehouse management system

inventory turnover

High inventory turnover indicates strong demand

demand forecasting

Demand forecasting helps with stock planning

order processing

Automated order processing saves time

freight consolidation

Freight consolidation lowers shipping costs

logistics coordinator

The logistics coordinator manages shipments

supply chain integration

Supply chain integration ensures smooth logistics operations

freight broker

The freight broker found the best shipping deal

logistics strategy

A strong logistics strategy improves efficiency

transportation mode

Choosing the right transportation mode is crucial

warehouse layout

A well-designed warehouse layout improves workflow

inventory control

Effective inventory control prevents shortages

logistics planning

Logistics planning ensures timely delivery

freight insurance

Freight insurance protects against damage

Optimization

Optimization reduces costs and enhances efficiency