Logistics Management

Learning Outcome 1: Demonstrate a deep understanding of the logistic function concepts and theories as well as supply chain management strategies. (Lo.1.1)

Learning Outcome 2: Demonstrate the ability to understand complex issues pertaining to supply chain integration and strategic supply chain partnership (Lo 1.2).

Learning Outcome 3: Apply essential elements of core logistic and supply chain management principles. (Lo 2.1)

Critical Thinking
The purpose of this assignment is to identify and apply Logistics and Supply Chain Management concepts/tools to suggestlogistics performance priorities.

Use the Saudi digital Library (SDL) search engine.

Search Title: THE BENEFITS OF LEAN MANUFACTURING what lean thinking offers the process Industries

Read out the research paper carefully and based on your understanding you should answer the following questions.

Questions:

1. Why do Manufacturing Companies focus on Lean Thinking? (500 words)

2. What is meant by the term overproduction? Why do you think this has been described as the biggest waste of all? (500 words)

3. Assess the reasons for using lean thinking. What are the benefits of using lean thinking from Suppliers to end users? (500 words)