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Embry LGMT636 Week 1 Discussion
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1.
1. Assume you work for
a manufacturing firm in the US that needs to routinely ship high value, time
sensitive goods weighing up to 150 pounds to both domestic and international
markets. Your boss has asked you to evaluate the following three websites.
·
.fedex.com/us/”>FedEx Services (Links to an external site.)
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.ups-scs.com/”>UPS Supply Chain Solutions (Links to an
external site.)
·
.dhl-usa.com/”>DHL Logistics (Links to an external site.)
Based on what you find
on their websites, which firm would you choose and why?
1.
2. Rising fuel prices have
had an enormous impact on domestic and global transportation as well as the US
and global economy. Using the Internet, please find and describe at least one
example that illustrates what firms are doing to control transportation costs
given the increasing demand for fuel and limited supply. Be sure to include
links to your sources.
2.
3. Based on
information located on the US Department of Transportation website at
.transportation.gov/dot-strategic-plan”>http://www.dot.gov/dot-strategic-plan
(Links to an external site.) select and discuss one of the Strategic Goals for
the Department of Transportation described in their current Strategic Plan to
date. Describe at least one strategy and performance measure being used by the
DOT to assess its performance against that goal.
3.
4. Using the Internet
or any other resource, identify and describe at least two actions that are
being taken by the Transportation Security Administration to improve the
security of passengers traveling by air or the security of air cargo shipments.
Be sure to include links to your sources.
4.
5. What is the mission
of the FAA? Describe at least one of their key initiatives and how it relates
to the FAA’s mission. Be sure to cite or include links to your sources.
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Discussions are an
integral part of your learning in this course. You are encouraged and expected
to participate in online discussions. Regular and meaningful discussion
postings are part of your final grade. The discussion rubric will assist you in
creating effective posts. Your Instructor will use this rubric to evaluate your
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Embry LGMT636 Week 2 Discussion
2.3 – Week 2 Discussion
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1. Based on the trend toward higher fuel prices
for the foreseeable future, what trade offs do you anticipate between the use
of trucking versus rail and intermodal transportation for domestic shipments?
Are there any constraints or limits to what you envision? Be sure to cite or
include links to your sources.
2. What is the primary advantage of motor carriers
versus other modes of transportation? Be sure to cite or include links to your
sources.
3. Using the Internet or any other resource,
research one of the largest truck carriers in the US and describe their
services. Be sure to include links to your sources.
4. Using the Internet or any other resource,
research one of the largest railroads carriers in the US and describe their
services. Be sure to include links to your sources.
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Embry LGMT636 Week 3 Discussion
3.3 – Week 3 Discussion
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grading criteria rubric.
1.
Using the following
link, .transtats.bts.gov/freight.asp”>http://www.transtats.bts.gov/freight.asp
(Links to an external site.), did air freight increase or decrease for US carriers as
shown from the last two most recent years completed in the Air Cargo Summary
Data table? Do you expect that trend to continue? Why or why not?
2.
Using the Internet or
any other resource, research and describe at least one recent incident
involving damage to a shipment of marine cargo. If you were a shipper, what
would you do to protect yourself against such a loss? Be sure to include links
to your sources.
3.
Although most people
do not think about it, our networks of oil and natural pipelines represent an
important national asset. As such, they are also vulnerable to threats from
natural and man-made causes. Based on what you are able to find from reliable
sources, what can or should the government or private enterprise do to protect
these assets? Be sure to cite or include links to your sources.
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Embry LGMT636 Week 4 Discussion
4.2 – Week 4 Discussion
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1. Discuss the advantages of using a
“RoadRailer”. Provide relevant examples to support your discussion. Be sure to
cite or include links to your sources.
2. Using the Internet or any other resource,
identify and describe the services of major intermodal marketing company. Be
sure to include links to your sources.
3. What is Worldport, where is it located, and
what is the average number of aircraft and packages serviced per day? Discuss
the reasons why the facility is located in its current site and whether you
think this decision was a wise investment with supported arguments.
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Embry LGMT636 Week 5 Discussion
5.3 – Week 5 Discussion
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1.
What is the
relationship between Transportation Resource Planning solutions and ERP
solutions? Be sure to cite or include links to your sources.
2.
Using the Internet or
other or any other resource, research one of the Supply Chain Management
Process Standards (Plan, Source, Make, Deliver, Return and Enable) and then
identify and describe one commercial software product that was designed support
that process. Be sure to cite or include links to your sources.
3.
Using the Internet or
any other resource, research and describe the concept and potential benefits of
Collaborative Transportation Management (CTM). Based on what you find, do you
think that this concept will continue to grow? Why or why not? Be sure to cite
or include links to your sources.
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Embry LGMT636 Week 6 Discussion
6.3 – Week 6 Discussion
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1.
Using the Internet or
any other resource, research C-TPAT and list some of the accomplishments of
C-TPAT to date. Do you think this program is effective? Why or why not? What is
the status of this program? Be sure to include links to your sources.
2.
Using the Internet or
any other resource, research one of the US Open Sky agreements and describe who
the agreement was with, when it went into force, the rights of each party, how
disputes are settled, and any other information that you think is important.
3.
Why would an ocean
carrier choose to fly a flag of convenience? What are the disadvantages?
Substantiate your answer with examples. Be sure to cite or include links to
your sources.
4.
Fuel prices are
closely linked to transportation costs and specifically to the prices for air
travel. Find one or more current, relevant, and objective journal articles that
discuss the issue of fuel costs as related to the costs of air travel. Present
your findings and discuss the implications for air carriers in the coming months
and years. Indicate the source reference(s) in an APA formatted reference list.
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Embry LGMT636 Week 7 Discussion
7.3 – Week 7 Discussion
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requirements.
1.
In their discussion on
the proactive role of transportation managers in today’s deregulated
environment, the authors of your text refer to the important role of
transportation in VMI. Explain what is VMI and describe why transportation is
so important in this concept. Support your comments with at least one example
to illustrate. Be sure to cite or include links to your sources.
2.
The growth in the use
of 3PLs has been steadily increasing over the past decade. As stated in the
text, there are often good reasons to outsource all or part of the
transportation function, but there are also downside risks. As the VP for
Logistics in a Fortune 500 firm, discuss whether you would outsource the
transportation function and explain why.
3.
Identify and describe
one example of vertical integration in logistics (or in the transportation
function). Include in your discussion, the firms involved, the rationale for
integration, and actual results (if available). Be sure to cite or include
links to your sources.
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Embry LGMT636 Week 8 Discussion
8.3 – Week 8 Discussion
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1. Using the Internet or any other resource,
research and describe at least one example of state-of-the- art
technology-enabled shipment monitoring (tracing and tracking) capabilities. Be
sure to include links to your sources.
2. Using the Internet or any other resource,
research and select a major ocean or air cargo carrier (COSCO, Hanjin, Maersk,
UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.) and describe the services they offer to customers who
need to ship internationally. Be sure to include links to your sources.
3. As part of a rapidly growing firm located in
the US, your CEO has asked you to find out more about US requirements for
exporting. Using the following link, .export.gov/logistics/eg_main_018121.asp”>Export.Gov
(Links to an external site.), describe what you find about common export documentation.
Select at least one of the documents and describe its purpose in greater
detail.
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Embry LGMT636 Week 1,3 & 8 Research Paper
Research Paper Guidelines
Guidelines for the Research Paper
Each student must
prepare a formal 10 page paper
on a topic of your choice related to global logistics or supply chain
management. Specific topics must be approved by your instructor in advance.
Your paper, which is worth 100 points and 20% of your grade, will be evaluated
based on the criteria in the rubric linked in the submission activity.
Your paper should
include the following:
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Demonstrating quality
and depth of content
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Organizing the report
properly
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Following formatting
requirements:
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Times New Roman, 12
pt. Font
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Double Spaced
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Use of Page Numbers
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Title Page
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Table of Contents
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Appropriate labels on
figures and tables
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Demonstrating correct
grammar and evidence of proof-reading, i.e., no spelling errors
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Including a variety
and documentation of references used; format for references follows APA
Guidelines
Required APA Format for Research Paper
The format for your
research paper can be found in the current Publication Manual of
the American Psychological Association(APA). Take this opportunity to become familiar with the .erau.edu.ezproxy.libproxy.db.erau.edu/restricted/apa-style-guide-to-electronic-references.pdf”>APA
Manual (Links to an external site.)and its format.
For grading
information, review the Research Paper Rubric in Module 8, .4 – submit research
paper”
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Submission due dates
by module are listed below. Failure to meet submission dates will result in
points being deducted unless coordinated in advance with your instructor!
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Module 1 –
Topic submission for approval
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Module 3 –
One-page outline posted to a discussion forum (graded)
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Module 7 –
Complete draft paper
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Module 8 –
Submit final research paper, fully proof read and ready for grading (graded,
worth 20% of grade)
Upon submission, your
final paper will automatically be evaluated through .com/en_us/features/faqs”>Turnitin
(Links to an external site.), an originality detection tool. Your paper will be checked
against a database of millions of written works and provide feedback on
originality. You may view your originality report; however, you will not be
permitted to submit your paper a second time. Ensure your work is entirely your
own and cite your sources!
Embry LGMT636 Week 9
final exam
As the VP of
Transportation, you recently decided to reduce the number of carriers you work
with from 15 down to 3 and focus on developing strategic partnerships with the
remaining three firms. One of the criteria you are using to select the final
three is the Current Ratio. Many of the firms have ratios that vary from .65 to
.95, while others range from 1.1 to 1.6. Which of these firms would you prefer
and why?
Question 210 pts
What is the Operating
Ratio, how is computed, and what does it measure?
Question 310 pts
Briefly describe the
three categories of major pricing decisions made by carriers.
Question 410 pts
What is the difference
between the terms “rates” and “price” with regard to transportation?
Question 510 pts
What is a land bridge,
and why would a carrier use a land bridge?
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Question 610 pts
Why would a carrier
fly a flag of convenience? What is the biggest disadvantage?
Question 710 pts
Improving the quality
of information and information flows can be an important source of competitive
advantage and an important strategy for shippers. Why?a
Question 810 pts
Proactive management
is one of the shipper strategies addressed in the text. What is proactive
management and briefly describe at least one example of how proactive
transportation management can or has been used to solve a
transportation-related business problem.
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Question 910 pts
What is the “core
carrier “concept and what are some of the advantages and disadvantages of this
concept from a shippers perspective?
Question 1010 pts
Even though all or
part of the transportation function is often outsourced to one or more third
parties, many firms have found that it is important to retain a senior person
with transportation expertise in-house. Why?
Question 1110 pts
Briefly describe the
role of the web and Collaborative Transportation Management (CTM).
Question 1210 pts
What is RFID and
describe at least one advantage and disadvantage of using RFID to manage
transportation assets as well as the goods being moved.
Question 1310 pts
What is the 24 Hour
Manifest Rule?
Question 1410 pts
The authors of your
text state that there is a delicate balance between security and global
commerce. Explain.
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