Course Description

The private sector has been doing this for years. Government agencies have now begun to realize the value of evaluating the total cost of procuring goods which may include transportation costs, carrying costs or disposal costs. Today’s negotiations now involve consideration of these costs. Public procurement professionals are often unaware of the opportunities to improve the terms and reduce the expenses associated with the delivery of contracted products. This course focuses on the benefits of contracting product transport services independent of the product itself, through understanding the nature of logistics contracting, processes the responsibilities and legal aspects, and the competitive market environment of transportation carriers

Course Objective

Upon successful completion of this course participants will be able to:

·         Describe the elements of transportation and logistics and the potential opportunities for cost savings

·         Define freight and logistics terms and conditions with internal and external clients and vendors.

·         Analyze the requirements for a project and determine which transportation and logistics processes provide the best solutions for the agency

·         Identify the key points that need to be in each transportation contract

·         Design and develop a cost effective logistics and transportation program

Who Should attend?

·         Those new to managing freight transport fleets

·         Those non transport people who need to gain an awareness of the issues and key drivers of road freight transport operations

·         Transport and Distribution Supervisors/Managers who need a "confirmation” of their current operations

·         Those companies who buy in freight transport who need to understand the key drivers of transport operations

·         Inland & Air  Transport Supervisors & Managers

Course Outline

The following is an outline of the material for this course. Practical examples, group exercises and case studies will be utilized throughout the course. The content presented during any given class may vary depending on the background and experience of the participants.