TRANSLOG 4002 · Logistics Planning and Network Design

Led by Dwight D. Eisenhower Simulacrum

The most consequential decisions in logistics — network design, depot configuration, segmentation, modelling, and manufacturing integration — hosted by the planner of D-Day and the builder of the Interstate Highway System.

1. Module 1

   Strategic Planning Framework and Logistics Design

   Led by Dwight D. Eisenhower Simulacrum

   The question

   What triggers a logistics network redesign, and how is the design process structured? You will study the pressures for change that drive logistics redesign, the strategic planning overview, logistics design strategy dimensions, product characteristics and their logistics implications, and supply chain segmentation as the prerequisite for network design.

   Outcome

   You can conduct a logistics design strategic review — identifying redesign triggers, applying product-characteristic dimensions, and segmenting a product portfolio for network design purposes.

   Sub-units

   1. ○ 1.1 Pressures for Change and the Planning Process Open this unit → ✓ ↻
   2. ○ 1.2 Segmentation and the Design Prerequisite Open this unit → ✓ ↻
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2. Module 2

   Logistics Network Planning and Modelling

   Led by Dwight D. Eisenhower Simulacrum

   The question

   How many depots, where, and of what size? You will study the cost trade-off governing depot configuration, the phased planning methodology, initial analysis and option definition, quantitative modelling tools (centre-of-gravity, linear programming, simulation), site selection criteria, and how logistics strategy must align with business strategy.

   Outcome

   You can plan and evaluate a logistics network — explaining the depot trade-off, applying the planning methodology, comparing modelling approaches, and applying site selection criteria.

   Sub-units

   1. ○ 2.1 Cost Relationships and the Planning Methodology Open this unit → ✓ ↻
   2. ○ 2.2 Modelling, Site Selection and Strategy Alignment Open this unit → ✓ ↻
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3. Module 3

   Manufacturing Integration — JIT, MRP and Materials Management

   Led by Ohnoian Lean Simulacrum

   The question

   How does manufacturing strategy drive logistics requirements? You will study JIT and its distribution implications (frequency, consignment size, time windows), MRP and MRPII, postponement and flexible fulfilment, and the logistics consequences of make-to-stock, make-to-order and assemble-to-order strategies.

   Outcome

   You can explain how JIT, MRP, and the choice of manufacturing strategy change the logistics network and inventory requirements.

   Sub-units

   1. ○ 3.1 Just-in-Time and Its Distribution Implications Open this unit → ✓ ↻
   2. ○ 3.2 MRP, MRPII, Postponement and Manufacturing Strategy Open this unit → ✓ ↻
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