Appalachian State University - SCM 3660 Chapter9 1)How has the logistics function changed over the past two decades? 2

Appalachian State University - SCM 3660

Chapter9

1)How has the logistics function changed over the past two decades?

2.         What mode of transportation has become more important in global supply chains?

3.         What is meant by the term “exchange points?”

4.         What are container ships? How have they changed movement of goods?

5.         What are the sustainability issues related to the movement of goods?

6.         What is the difference between offshore outsourcing and reshoring?

7.         What are the main drivers of the offshore outsourcing movement?

8.         What are the main drivers of the reshoring movement?

9.         Why have 3PLs become more important in recent years?

10.       Why is risk management becoming more important in today’s supply chains?