Tho TABLE OF CONTENT Executive summary 3 Objective of the project 4 Research methodology 5 Introduction To Logistics 6 History and background of DHL 6 The world's largest express and logistics Network 7 Global Facts and Figures 8 Project Management by DHL 8 INTEGRATED LOGISTICS 9 Inventory Flow 9 Information flow 11 Logistical information involves two major types of flows: 11 Forecasting 12 Purpose of DHL Web Shipping: 13 Supply Chain Management 15 Definition for supply chain management 15 Explanation: 15 Supply Chain Optimisation 16 DHL International Supply Chain 16 Reverse Logistics 18 Service logistics 18 Inbound to Manufacturing 19 Medical Device Distribution 20 Distribution to stores management 20 Extended Supply Chain Services 21 Implementation Services 22 Performance Management : 23 Outsourcing Projects 24 Innovative Supply Chain Development 24 TRANSPORTATION 27 Transport Functionality 27 Principles 29 Transport Infrastructure 30 RAIL NETWORK 30 Inventory Management and Warehousing. 34 Warehouse Infrastructure Networks 34 Multi User Centres 35 Strategic Part Centres (SPC) 35 Express Logistics Centres (ELC) 35 1
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Tho TABLE OF CONTENT
Executive summary 3Objective of the project 4Research methodology 5Introduction To Logistics 6History and background of DHL 6
The world's largest express and logistics Network 7Global Facts and Figures 8
Project Management by DHL 8INTEGRATED LOGISTICS 9
Inventory Flow 9Information flow 11Logistical information involves two major types of flows: 11Forecasting 12Purpose of DHL Web Shipping: 13
Supply Chain Management 15Definition for supply chain management 15Explanation: 15
Supply Chain Optimisation 16DHL International Supply Chain 16Reverse Logistics 18Service logistics 18Inbound to Manufacturing 19Medical Device Distribution 20Distribution to stores management 20
Other Value Added Services 46External Performance Measurement 48
Conclusion 49BIBLIOGRAPHY 50
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Executive summary
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Objective of the project
Research methodology
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Introduction To Logistics
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Logistics is concerned with getting the products and services where they are needed when
they are desired. It is difficult to accomplish any marketing or manufacturing without
logistical support. It involves the integration of information, transportation, inventory,
warehousing, material handling, and packaging.
The operating responsibility of logistics is the geographical repositioning of raw materials,
work in process, and finished inventories where required at the lowest cost possible
The formal definition of the word ‘logistics’ is: - it is the process of planning, implementing and controlling the efficient, effective flow and storage of goods, services and related information from the point of origin to the point of consumption for the purpose of conforming to customer requirements. In order to understand the concepts of logistics in terms of practical usage and to glimpse
into the how a real company or organization uses logistics as a formidable tool to gain
customer satisfaction, reduce overall cost and increase efficiency we selected “DHL” the
worlds leading courier service company. But DHL is multi faceted and offers myriad types
of services.
History and background of DHL
DHL are the first letters of the last names of the three company founders, Adrian Dalsey,
Larry Hillblom and Robert Lynn.
In 1969, just months after the world had marveled at Neil Armstrong's first steps on the
moon, the three partners took another small step that would have a profound impact on the
way the world does business.
The founders began to personally ship papers by airplane from San Francisco to Honolulu,
beginning customs clearance of the ship's cargo before the actual arrival of the ship and
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dramatically reducing waiting time in the harbour. Customers stood to save a fortune.
With this concept, a new industry was born: international air express, the rapid delivery of
documents and shipments by airplane.
The DHL Network continued to grow at an incredible pace. The company expanded
westward from Hawaii into the Far East and Pacific Rim, then the Middle East, Africa and
Europe. By 1988, DHL was already present in 170 countries and had 16,000 employees.
At the beginning of 2002, Deutsche Post World Net became the major shareholder in DHL.
By the end of 2002, DHL was 100% owned by Deutsche Post World Net.In 2003, Deutsche
Post World Net consolidated all of its express and logistics activities into one single brand,
DHL
The world's largest express and logistics Network
DHL is the global market leader in international express, overland transport and air freight.
It is also the world's number 1 in ocean freight and contract logistics. DHL offers a full
range of customised solutions - from express document shipping to supply chain
management.
Below are the global facts and figures that show you the scale of the world's largest
express and logistics network.
Global Facts and Figures
Number of Employees: around 285,000
Number of Offices: around 6,500
Number of Hubs, Warehouses & Terminals: more than 450
Number of Gateways: 240
Number of Aircraft*: 420
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Number of Vehicles: 76,200
Number of Countries & Territories: more than 220
Shipments per Year: more than 1.5 billion
Destinations Covered: 120,000
The reason for the success of DHL is due to its very effective and efficient way of carrying
out the process of project management. The basic steps in it are as follows:
Project Management by DHLDHL manages projects according to a six-step process:
Initiation: The formal start of the project
Design: The formal agreement on how to approach the project and its deliverables
Planning: Following agreement, a detailed plan is created
Execution: After detailed planning and preparation, the project goes 'live'
Closing: Gradually phase out and prepare for handover of the deliverables
Handover: The formal end of the project
INTEGRATED LOGISTICS
Logistics is viewed as the competency that links an enterprise with its customers and
suppliers. Information from and about customers flows through the enterprise in the form of
sales activity, forecasts and orders. As products and materials are procured, a value added
inventory flow is initiated that ultimately results in ownership transfer of finished products to
customers. Thus the process is viewed in terms of two inter-related efforts, inventory flow
and information flow.
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Inventory Flow
Information Flow
Inventory Flow
The management of logistics is concerned with the movement and storage of materials
and finished products. From the initial purchase of a material or component, the logistical
process adds value. By moving inventory when and where needed. Thus the material
gains value at each step.
For a large manufacturer, logistical operations may consist of thousands of movements,
which ultimately culminate in the delivery of the product to an industrial user, wholesaler,
dealer or customer.
In order to understand logistics it is useful to divide it into three areas:
Physical distribution
Manufacturing support
Procurement
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Manufacturing support
Physical distribution
ProcurementSuppliers
Customers
For DHL:
DHL is completely service oriented therefore it does not have its own material movement
but that of the customers both the sender, the receiver and also the intermediateries.
That means it only involves physical distribution and procurement. Procurement also
includes the material needed for packaging such as paper, moulded trays and boxes,
wooden crates, standard containers wraps, plastic inlays etc. The materials or the goods
collected from the senders (including papers, documents, physical goods like clothing,
household good, chemicals, exotic animals etc) are weighed, checked for condition, and
depending upon its various characteristics it is packed. The goods are then dispatched to
their destinations. There is no value addition to the material itself but it is done to the
service which is provided ( eg if there has to be a certain package delivered from India to
UK the normal services would take about 2 days whereas as a super fast delivery would be
done in about 9 hours)
Information flow
Information flow identifies specific locations within a logistical system that have
requirements. Information also integrates the three operating areas. The primary objective
of developing and specifying requirements is to plan and execute integrated logistical
operations.
Logistical information involves two major types of flows:
1. Coordination flows
2. Operation flows
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1. Planning and coordination flows
Coordination is the backbone of the overall information system.
Strategic objectives:
Strategic objectives detail the nature and location of customers, which are matched to
the required products and services to be performed.
For DHL
It implies estimating the time requires for collecting the goods from the door step of the
sender and then estimating the time for the goods to reach the final customer.
Forecasting
Forecasting utilizes historical data, current activity levels, and planning assumptions to
predict future activity levels. Logistical forecasting is generally concerned with relatively
short –term predictions.
The overall purpose of information planning/coordination flow is to integrate specific
activities within a firm and to facilitate overall integrated performance.
For DHL
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DHL’s whole business is dependent on the vital point of timely delivery. Based on
the distance to the final receiver, the accessibility, the documentations and procedures
that need to be handled etc they have fine tuned the process of delivery. They can
accurately gauge how much time it will take for the goods to reach its end destination.
2. Operational flows
The second aspect of information requirements is concerned with directing operations
to receive, process, and ship inventory as required supporting customer and
purchasing orders. Operational requirements deal with
Order management
Order processing
Distribution operations
Inventory management
Transportation and shipping
Procurement
For DHL:
DHL owns its success for the efficiency with which the operations are carried out. Here not
only the company but the sender and sometimes the receiver can track the goods through
their information center. They are given a certain password which they can use to trace via
online or their customer service helpline.
DHL WEB SHIPPING is the on-line express shipping tool that helps customers prepare
documents, book pick-ups, store contact details and track their deliveries. Ideal for busy
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office managers, business travelers or receptionists, DHL WEB SHIPPING needs no
special software or training.
Purpose of DHL Web Shipping: DHL WEB SHIPPING's new, simplified navigation guides customers, quickly and easily,
through the entire process. So they can respond to any shipping request within minutes.
With a click of a mouse customers can:
Select the right shipping and value-added services for each shipment
Prepare air waybills and customs documentation on-line
Get the latest service bulletins and customs information
Book collections and track shipments on-line
Save up to 300 customer addresses
Access shipment records for 99 days
Alert recipients and other interested parties
DHL WEB SHIPPING is also perfect for telecommuters. You can order a pick-up, check
service availability or track your shipments from any location, in real time, direct from your
wireless laptop.
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Supply Chain Management
Definition for supply chain management
“Supply chain management is the management of upstream and downstream relationships
with suppliers and customers to deliver superior customer value at less cost to the supply
chain as a whole.”
Explanation:
The supply chain is the network of organizations that are involved through upstream and
downstream linkages, in the different processes and activities that produce value in the
form of products and services in the hands of ultimate consumer.
For DHL:
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Supply Chain Optimisation
Good design is at the heart of an effective supply chain solution. DHL has developed a
reputation for consistently developing innovative solutions that streamline operations and
improve control. Their in-house teams have contributed to the solutions design of some of
the world's leading brands and enabled to win key contacts.
DHL solutions design team offers a wide portfolio of expertise and services, from logistics
network strategy, transport design, warehouse design and simulation, through to
operational improvement and inventory analysis.
International Supply Chain
Extended Supply Chain Services
Implementation Services
Outsourcing Projects
DHL International Supply Chain
DHL’s international supply chain management solutions are focused on helping customers
take increased control of international inbound supply chain to maximise the value of
international and global sourcing.
DHL helps customers :
Give visibility of the upstream supply chain, and enable earlier decision making
Create a more agile supply chain, better able to respond to changes in consumer
demand
Reduce lead times, inventories, and associated storage costs
Shareholder reward: Developing a sustainable business to provide increasing
shareholder value
Globally, DHL management systems are certified according to the international standard for quality management systems ISO 9000 in almost every operating unit.
Performance Management :
Performance management is a key part of the supply chain. Measured elements are
reviewed as a system, as each component interacts with all the other parts around it.
Performance measuring not only records historical performance but also provides early
indication of any service slippage. In this second role, the measures provide a valuable
contribution to DHL's Continuous Improvement Programme.
Outsourcing Projects
Outsourcing involves DHL taking over and managing previous in-house logistics