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Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 4
IB0016-Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Assignment (60 Marks)
Note: Answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400 words. Each question is
followed by evaluation scheme. Each Question carries 10 marks 6 X 10=60.
Q1. Describe the role of global logistics operator in global trade.
Write a note on the difference between national and international Logistics.
• Role of global logistic
• Difference between national and international
Answer. Role of global logistics operatorin global trade:
International logistics play an important role. Logistics is a continuous process. The word logistics
has been derived from the French word. Logistics involve efficient management of raw materials
from source of supply to production line till the delivery of final goods to the consumers. Logistics
involve activities like transportation, warehousing, inventory control and order processing and
information monitoring.
Q2. Analyze and discuss market-accommodation flow with respect to operational, planning and
control and behavioral context.
Answer. Market accommodation flow, which reflects post-sales service administration and
reverse logistics, including product recalls and recycling. Market accommodation also enables
effective supply chain planning through exchanging information on sales and product use.
Examples include product customization requirements, point-of-sale (POS) data, end-customer
consumption, and warehouse releases. The market-focused flow provides supply chain
participants with channel visibility regarding timing and location of product consumption.
Q3. Write short notes on:
a) Bulk cargo

2. b) Container vessel
Answer. a. Bulk Cargo
Bulk Cargo – is a cargo which can be carried and stored in large quantities. Market demand of
such goods does not change frequently. Such cargoes are low unit value. There is no risk of
deterioration or obsolence in case of bulk cargo. Commodities like food grains, fertilizers, building
materials and petroleum products are considered bulk cargo. Bulk cargo is further divided into dry
bulk cargo and liquid bulk cargo. Such cargo should preferably be carried by sea which is the
Q4. How is ocean liner conferences formed? What are the types of liner associations?
Answer. Ocean liner conference
A Liner Conference can be defined as "a group of two or more vessel operating carriers which
provide internationa liner services for the carriage of cargo on a particular route or routes within
specific geographical limits and which has an agreement or arrangement within the framework of
which they operate under uniform or common freight rates and any other agreed conditions with
respect to the provisions of the liner services".
Q5. What are logistics intermediaries? Explain the different types of intermediaries and their
strategic approaches.
Answer. Meaning
Logistics intermediary: A party who arranges shipping, warehousing, distribution and other goods
movement on behalf of goods providers and shipping companies.
Function of Intermediaries
 Distribution of goods takes place by means of channels, and the intermediaries are the
independent groups or organizations within the channel that make the product available
for consumption.
Q6. Describe the various measures that must be taken while transporting the hazardous
materials.
Answer. These 11 rules are presented in no particular order. They are all top priorities for
chemical handlers. However, feel free to rearrange them in whatever order you think is best for
your workplace, your workers, and your material hazards.

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