Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Academic Session 2021/2022

September 2021 Semester

ASSIGNMENT

BLC201/03 – INTRODUCTION TO LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANANGEMENT

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES: 1. This assignment is the alternative assessment to replace the proctored

examination.

2. This assignment consists of ONE (1) section with FOUR questions. Answer All questions.

3. You are allowed a maximum of one (1) attempt to submit your assignment.

4. The assignment will be made available from 15th November 2021, Monday (00:00) until 29th November 2021, Monday (23:59).

5. Completed assignment must be submitted by 29th November 2021, Monday (23:59).

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Question 1

a. Define the Bullwhip Effect. [5 marks]

b. Illustrate the approaches to deal with bullwhip effects with suitable examples.

[20 marks]

Question 2

a. Compare the traditional supply chain and modern world supply chain.

[10 marks] b. Develop the Value Chain Framework for an automotive manufacturer and explain

each function. [15 marks]

Question 3

Reverse logistics is for all operations related to the reuse of products and materials. It is "the

process of moving goods” from their typical final destination for the purpose of capturing value,

or proper disposal.

a) Compare the Reverse logistics with forward logistics activities. [15 marks]

b) Illustrate the Reverse logistics contribution to environment factors. [10 marks]

Question 4

a. Elaborate TWO (2) of the popular of warehouses available in Malaysia. [10 marks]

b. Explains THREE (3) basic guidelines of warehouse layout design, based on those guidelines draw the warehouse layout design.

[15 marks]

End of Assignment