The regional distribution centre (DC) of a consumer electronics company is located in Kuala Lumpur. Finished goods from the DC are transported daily to Singapore for

cross-docking to shop front, chain stores and export traders located around the island. For the Singapore market, the company uses a third-party logistics (3PL) service

provider to provide end-to-end logistics services including warehousing management, distribution and less-than-truckload (LTL) transport.

(a) Analyse the terminal operations of the regional DC operating as a pick-up and delivery (PUD) terminal to satisfy customer demand in the Central, City, East, North and West Zones in Singapore. With a sketch, show how you would plan the stem and peddle routes.

(10 marks)

(b) Give three (3) reasons why it makes sense for the company to engage a thirdparty service provider.

(9 marks)

(c) Analyse the operations of a break-bulk terminal with the cross-docking warehouse in Singapore. Your answer should include a diagram.

(6 marks)

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