the impact of logistics & supply decisions on

• How do effective logistics decisions help a business manage costs?

  By optimizing the flow of goods from suppliers to customers
• What methods can a business choose to reduce unnecessary expenses in logistics?

  Efficient transportation, warehousing, and inventory management methods
• What expenses can be reduced by effective logistics decisions?

  Storage fees, fuel costs, and labor expenses
• What can poor logistics decisions lead to in terms of costs?

  Increased costs due to delays, damaged goods, or inefficient inventory management
• How can logistics and supply chain efficiency affect a business's reputation?

  It can enhance or damage a business’s reputation
• What happens when a company consistently delivers products on time and in good condition?

  It builds trust with its customers and establishes reliability
• What can repeated delays and poor packaging do to a company's reputation?

  Harm the company’s reputation and make it harder to attract and retain customers
• How might businesses known for poor logistics struggle?

  They might struggle with supplier relationships and public perception
• What do customers expect regarding the delivery of goods?

  Timely and accurate delivery of goods
• How do effective logistics and supply chain decisions enhance customer experience?

  By ensuring customers receive their orders as expected
• What does a reliable logistics process enable in terms of customer service?

  Better customer service with accurate information on stock levels and delivery times
• What are the consequences of poorly managed logistics for customers?

  Delays, incorrect orders, or damaged goods leading to dissatisfaction
• What are the key impacts of effective logistics on a business?

  • Manages costs by optimizing goods flow
  • Enhances business reputation through reliability
  • Increases customer satisfaction with timely deliveries
• What are the potential negative outcomes of poor logistics decisions?

  • Increased costs due to delays and damages
  • Damaged reputation affecting customer trust
  • Poor supplier relationships and public perception
• • Well-managed logistics can reduce costs, build a positive reputation, and boost customer satisfaction.
  • Poor logistics increase costs, harm reputation, and lead to customer dissatisfaction.