1. Why is global transportation such an important issue?

2. What risks and perils are present in global transportation?

3. Identify and describe the three channels involved in global transportation?

4. How do governments use the information contained in global freight documents?

5. What factors impact mode selection for global transportation?

6. How does direct service differ from indirect service in global transportation? When is it advantageous to use each type?

7. How has the Ocean Shipping Reform Act impacted the process for determining ocean transportation rates?

8. What are the major trends and issues in ocean transportation? How does this impact global supply chain operations?

9. What roles do airports and seaports, and seaports play in global transportation? How does cargo flow through these facilities?

10. What are the benefits and drawbacks of intermodal transportation for international freight?