VYSOKÁ ŠKOLA FINANČNÍ A SPRÁVNÍ, o.p.s
Methodical notes
1st tutorial of bachelor‘s degree / master‘s degree
part-time study programme
Course code: NA_LS
Course title: Logistics Systems
.
Theme:
Logistics Systems - Introduction
Goal:
Basic objective of the consultation is to provide main knowledge of the logistics as a systemic
science discipline, provide and clarify the basic terms and understandings. Students shall
understand the functions of the logistics in securing the competitiveness of the organizations
and be able to define the core aim of the logistics in economic sphere.
The theme is divided into the following sections:
1: Introduction into the logistics
2: Mission and strategy of the company´s logistic system
3: Processes, supply chains, integrated supply chain
Section 1:
Introduction into the logistics
1. To master the section, please study:
1. Andre Langevin, Diane Riopel
Logistics System: Design and Optimization
Springer Science+Business Media, New York, 2010
ISBN: 0-38724971-0
2. Alan Rushton, Phil Croucher, Peter Baker
The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution
Kogan Page Ltd., London 2010
ISBN: 0-74974669-2
Chapter 1
2. Pay careful attention mainly to the following structures and items:
1. Meaning of the logistics
2. Its place in various economic spheres
3. Specifics of military logistics
3. Remember the definitions and characteristics of the following key terms:
1. Logistics
2. Logistics system
3. Integrated logistics chain
4. Having studied the required literature you should:
 Understand the above mentioned key issues well
 Be able to explain the above mentioned key terms and structures satisfactorily
 Know how to answer the following questions:
1. What is the definition of the integrated supply chain?
2. What are the subjects the logistics comprise of?
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VYSOKÁ ŠKOLA FINANČNÍ A SPRÁVNÍ, o.p.s
Methodical notes
1st tutorial of bachelor‘s degree / master‘s degree
part-time study programme
Course code: NA_LS
Course title: Logistics Systems
.
5. Provided any part of the required literature contents or task definitions (issues, terms,
questions) is not clear to you, try to formulate these in writing so that it can be consulted with
your lecturer.
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VYSOKÁ ŠKOLA FINANČNÍ A SPRÁVNÍ, o.p.s
Methodical notes
1st tutorial of bachelor‘s degree / master‘s degree
part-time study programme
Course code: NA_LS
Course title: Logistics Systems
.
Theme:
Logistics Systems - Introduction
Section 2:
Mission and strategy of the company´s logistic system
1. To master the section, please study:
1. Andre Langevin, Diane Riopel
Logistics System: Design and Optimization
Springer Science+Business Media, New York, 2010
ISBN: 0-38724971-0
2. Alan Rushton, Phil Croucher, Peter Baker
The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution
Kogan Page Ltd., London 2010
ISBN: 0-74974669-2
Chapter 1
2. Pay careful attention mainly to the following structures and items:
1. Definition and characters of the logistic systems
2. Definition and characters of the integrated logistic chain
3. Interrelation between company goals and logistic goals
3. Remember the definitions and characteristics of the following key terms:
1. Logistic goals, internal, external
2. Phylosophy of logistics
3. Customer oriented logistics
4. Having studied the required literature you should:
 Understand the above mentioned key issues well
 Be able to explain the above mentioned key terms and structures satisfactorily
 Know how to answer the following questions:
1. What is the position of the logistics in terms of the strategic management within the
enterprise?
2. What are the core objectives of logistics in company strategy?
5. Provided any part of the required literature contents or task definitions (issues, terms,
questions) is not clear to you, try to formulate these in writing so that it can be consulted with
your lecturer.
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VYSOKÁ ŠKOLA FINANČNÍ A SPRÁVNÍ, o.p.s
Methodical notes
1st tutorial of bachelor‘s degree / master‘s degree
part-time study programme
Course code: NA_LS
Course title: Logistics Systems
.
Theme:
Logistics Systems - Introduction
Section 3:
Processes in logistics
1. To master the section, please study:
1. Andre Langevin, Diane Riopel
Logistics System: Design and Optimization
Springer Science+Business Media, New York, 2010
ISBN: 0-38724971-0
2. Alan Rushton, Phil Croucher, Peter Baker
The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution
Kogan Page Ltd., London 2010
ISBN: 0-74974669-2
Chapter 2
2. Pay careful attention mainly to the following structures and items:
1. Specification of the integrated supply chain
2. Information systems
3. Definition of the material and non-material flows
3. Remember the definitions and characteristics of the following key terms:
1. Supply chain management
2. Information systems within LS
3. Transport logistics
4. Having studied the required literature you should:
 Understand the above mentioned key issues well
 Be able to explain the above mentioned key terms and structures satisfactorily
 Know how to answer the following questions:
1. What is the definition of logistic costs?
2. What is the role of logistic controlling
5. Provided any part of the required literature contents or task definitions (issues, terms,
questions) is not clear to you, try to formulate these in writing so that it can be consulted with
your lecturer.
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VYSOKÁ ŠKOLA FINANČNÍ A SPRÁVNÍ, o.p.s
Methodical notes
1st tutorial of bachelor‘s degree / master‘s degree
part-time study programme
Course code: NA_LS
Course title: Logistics Systems
.
Theme:
Logistics Systems - Introduction.
Theme conclusion:
The following complementary literature may help you with further and deeper understanding
of the studied theme:
1.
2.
3.
Have you mastered each section of the theme? Try to solve the below defined problems in
writing.:
1. What is the position and objective of the logistics in terms of the strategic management
within the enterprise?
2. What are the subjects the logistics comprise of?
3. What is the interaction between the enterprise management and the contemporary
understanding of the logistics ?
4. What is the role of logistic chains?
5. What is the definition of the integrated supply chain?
Student‘s name:
(title, forename, surname)
Study field:
Study group number:
Date:
To be completed by a student for a tutorial with a teacher.
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