Research and discuss the need for multi-modal transportation improvements upon the North America Landbridge (Figure 1 – https://www.scirp.org/pdf/OJAppS_2019041116012050.pdf) and the new expansion of the Panama Canal. What effect can these improvements have upon both the national and global economy?
Homework 2: 2 pages
After reading sections 3.5-3.9 of the OMBOK and from information provided within the dialogue between the Logistics Manager and his Transportation Planners, answer the following questions:
– Describe in detail the benefits and challenges of the varying modes of transportation. What opportunities are available for intermodal transportation?
– Describe regulations that affect international shipping and provide one scenario to illustrate each regulation.
– Describe regulations that affect transportation in the US and provide one scenario to illustrate each regulation.
– Explain what is meant by strategic sources and analyze the positive and negative effects this may have upon a company such as Maple Excellence Furniture Company.
Homework 2: 3 pages and 2 references:
This module focused on the Logistics Department. For this portion of the Project, answer the following questions and submit your answers as a Word document:
1. What are the primary and secondary objectives of this department?
2. Are these objectives in conflict with other departments and, if so, why?
3. What are the largest challenges facing the department?
4. What are the challenges to integrating this department with the remainder of the supply chain?
5. How can technology help this department?
Reference:
Designing and Managing the Supply Chain; Concepts, Strategies and Case Studies. Simchi-Levi, Kaminsky & Simchi-Levi, (2022), 4 th edition, McGraw-Hill, ISBN 9780073403366