Q1. What are the benefits and draw backs of intermodal transportation for international freights? If you were
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Q1. What are the benefits and draw backs of intermodal transportation for international freights? If you were moving two TEU's(Twenty Foot Equivalent Units) of Adidas footwear from factory of origin in China to European distribution in Antwerp, Belgium what options (Modes) should you consider and what are the transportation risks of those modes? Make sure you answer precisely to the question and give an example of a similar case
Q2. What is meant by the term "Supply Chain Visibility"? How can it be used to advantage by shippers and carriers? Make sure you do not copy answers from the internet. Describe what does supply chain visibility means and then what are the advantages to the shippers and carriers? Give an example too
This is a transport and supply chain logistics unit. So make sure the answer related to supply chain management.
Transportation A Global Supply Chain Perspective
ISBN: 978-1133592969
8th edition
Authors: John J. Coyle, Robert A. Novak, Brian Gibson, Edward J. Bard