Logistics and Supply Chain Overview

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What is the primary goal of logistics as stated?

Enhancing marketing strategies

Increasing production efficiency

Maximizing customer satisfaction

Ensuring dispatch compliance with minimum cost (correct)

Which stakeholder is NOT listed in the logistics section?

Marketing and Sales Team

Transport Partners

Production Planning

Customer Support Services (correct)

Which of the following is likely a component of the logistics network?

R&D Department

Sales Department

Quality Assurance Team

Plant Yards (correct)

What does 'TSM Works' refer to in the logistics material movements?

A player in the logistics chain Signup and view all the answers

Which element is NOT involved in the logistics flow?

Quality Check Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for arranging transportation in EXW (Ex works) responsibility?

Customer Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Logistics team in an FOR (Free on Rail) arrangement?

Arranging transportation to the customer's location Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cost component listed for delivery?

Insurance Cost Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'Lead time of delivery' in logistics?

Time taken from order to dispatch Signup and view all the answers

What type of charge applies specifically to public siding in logistics?

Terminal Charges Signup and view all the answers

What eligibility requirement is mentioned for freight class in the cost components?

Minimum weight of 10 tons for each destination Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the situation where the logistics team is not required to arrange transportation?

EXW (Ex works) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these represents a type of resource mentioned in the logistics context?

Rail Cars Signup and view all the answers

Which movement is not planned for Rake transportation?

HSM to Shed-10 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following movements involves Coastal transportation?

Mill to Origin Seaport Signup and view all the answers

What type of vehicles is planned for the movement from HSM to Shed-10?

Gondola Signup and view all the answers

Which destination is NOT associated with Shed-10?

Origin Seaport Signup and view all the answers

Which movement requires multiple picks/drops?

LSPC (Multi pick) to Customer Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents a direct route to the customer?

C-Hub (Shed-10) to Customer Signup and view all the answers

What is the planned mode for the movement from CRM mill to Shed-10?

Road Signup and view all the answers

Which operation involves no planned transportation?

Destination Siding co-located Signup and view all the answers

What type of movement is planned from Stockyard to Customer?

Road Signup and view all the answers

Which is a primary constraint in dispatch planning?

Time Signup and view all the answers

What type of logistics movement is the least utilized in the provided content?

Air Signup and view all the answers

Which movement connects CRM Complex to Shed-10?

1B Signup and view all the answers

Which logistics process involves multi-pick/multi-drop?

LSPC to Customer Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Logistics Goal Statement

The goal is to ensure dispatch compliance with minimum dispatch costs.

Logistics Stakeholders

Customers
Production Planning
Marketing and Sales Team
Logistics
Indian Railway
Transport Partners
Quality Team
Support Services (Operations, Plant Yards, Stockyard, Physical Distribution, Port, etc.)

Steel Manufacturing Operations

Data on production in Metric Tons (MnT) for 2022-23
Asset/location details for various steel plants (location, iron ore, coking coal data) in India and globally, including precise locations and production sizes.

Transportation Terms

A chart detailing various international transportation terms (EXW, FCA, FAS, FOB, CFR, CIF, CPT, CIP, DPU, DAP, DDP).
Diagrams show seller's obligations and buyer's obligations and risk transfer

Supply Chain Network

Diagram depicts a supply chain network with suppliers, manufacturers, warehouses and distribution centers, and customers.
Cost components including material, transportation, and inventory costs are highlighted.

Comparison of Modes of Transportation

A table comparing costs, speed, capacity, reach, shipment visibility, reliability, and environmental impact for truck, rail, water, and air transportation.

Logistics Material Movements and Flows (Diagram)

Detailed diagram mapping material movements and flows through various locations (mills, yards, sheds, ports).
Includes abbreviations and codes for each location.

Logistics Material Movements and Modes

A table lists planned movements for various scenarios such as movements from sheds to mills, origins to destinations, stockyards, and customers.
Specific movements are identified by number.

Logistics Solution and Constraints

States that a successful solution considers three key factors (cost, time, and resources/constraints.)

Dispatch Planning

Delivery compliance, delivery costs (base freight, idle freight, handling charges, terminal charges), resource utilization, and DC cost are key points mentioned for dispatch planning.
EXW and ERS delivery methods are defined.

Cost Components

Table provides information on freight classes, train loads, wagon loading, class surcharges, and remarks.
Also covers Rake Fee Components details (for different types of steel, resources, and sizes).

Cost Scenario Building and Key KPIs

A key metrics table highlights data like coil weight, freight, idle freight, and more, broken down by mode of transport.
Key performance indicators (KPIs) of the planning team are given. Data for these KPIs includes dispatch compliance, TDSC cost(Total Dispatch System Cost), rake idle freight, road idle freight, and suboptimal cost. The table includes specifics for different locations (e.g., TSJ, TSK, TSM-A).

Rake Resource Overview

Includes various data, including Indian Railway rake types, capacities, and routes.
Also specifies which road vehicle types are suitable for specific loads.

RDSO Norms

Detailed technical drawings and notes on cargo loading specifications for various steel coils on railcars.

Infrastructure Overview

Shows a diagram of the railway siding layout, containing locations like sheds, mills, and coil yards.
The overview illustrates the location and capacity of various facilities and their associated roles in logistics. Figures for operations like rakes & vehicles, storage areas, and lead times are mentioned.

Delivery Compliance Calculation

Metrics for compliance and delivering data are presented.
Methods for measuring compliance at order item and overall delivery levels, and data analysis for determining order fulfilment and unfulfilled orders is described.

Delivery Compliance Tracker

Charts and graphs track compliance performance over time for different time frames and locations (e.g., weekly performance).

Delivery Compliance Dashboard

A dashboard showing data on forecast inventory report, SO, color priority wise volume, and delivery date monitoring for various locations and facilities.
Delay calculations and other specifics are included in the dashboard.

RCA for Delivery Failures

Analysis of delivery failures, including compliance data, plant-wise delays for different dates (June 24).

Rail Execution

Image of a railcar transporting steel coils illustrates a railway execution.

Road Execution: Cluster Mapping, SOB

Data showing the mapping of road execution clusters with specific Vendor Partners and their contracted service obligations (SOBs).

Contract Administration

Shows flowchart of the penalties for various contractual compliance issues (such as late delivery, risk purchase, vehicle shortfall, and placement failures).

Key Projects with Stakeholders

A list of key projects underway related to logistics and their associated stakeholders.

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Description

This quiz explores key concepts in logistics and supply chain management, including stakeholders, transportation terms, and steel manufacturing operations. Test your knowledge on the compliance goals, production data, and the intricacies of transportation terms relevant to the industry.