Introduction to Supply Chain Management

• What is Supply Chain Management (SCM)?
• Importance of SCM in Business Success
• Key Components of a Supply Chain
• Trends & Challenges in Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Planning & Strategy

• Understanding Demand & Supply Planning
• Supply Chain Network Design
• Supplier & Vendor Selection Strategies
• Sustainability in Supply Chain Management

Procurement & Sourcing

• What is Procurement?
• Strategic Sourcing vs. Operational Procurement
• Negotiation Strategies with Suppliers
• Managing Supplier Relationships & Risks

Inventory & Warehouse Management

• Inventory Control Techniques (FIFO, LIFO, JIT)
• Types of Warehouses & Storage Methods
• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Demand Forecasting & Stock Replenishment

Logistics & Transportation Management

• Logistics vs. Supply Chain Management
• Types of Transportation (Air, Sea, Road, Rail)
• Freight Forwarding & Customs Clearance
• Last-Mile Delivery Challenges

Supply Chain Technologies & Innovations

• Role of AI & Automation in SCM
• Internet of Things (IoT) in Logistics
• Blockchain for Supply Chain Transparency
• ERP & Supply Chain Software Solutions

Risk Management in Supply Chains

• Identifying Supply Chain Risks
• Crisis Management & Business Continuity Planning
• Global Supply Chain Disruptions (COVID-19 Case Study)

Sustainable & Ethical Supply Chains

• Green Supply Chain Practices
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in SCM
• Reducing Carbon Footprint in Logistics

Supply Chain Performance & Optimization

• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in SCM
• Lean & Agile Supply Chain Strategies
• Cost Reduction Techniques in SCM
• Continuous Improvement with Six Sigma

Case Studies & Real-World Applications

• Case Study: Amazon’s Supply Chain
• Case Study: Toyota’s Just-in-Time System
• Case Study: Walmart’s Logistics Network