intro to transpo L1
a system of moving passengers or
goods
transportation
the act or skill of controlling and making decisions about a business, department, sports team, etc.
management
a regularly interacting or interdependent group or
items forming a unified whole
system
manufacturer to customers
distribution
the part of the supply chain that plans, implements, and
controls the efficient forward and reverse flow and storage of
goods, and services.
logistics
broader than logistics and
includes all activities involved
in the sourcing,
manufacturing or conversion,
storage, distribution, and
delivery of goods to
customers.
supply chain management
Includes speed (whether it is door to door
or terminal to terminal), reliability, and the frequency of service.
The movement service.
Major factor for both passengers and freight. For passengers it affects comfort and safety. For freight, affects shipment operation, size of the shipment, and loading and unloading costs.
The equipment used
Includes a charge or rate
quoted by the primary carrier as well as any peripheral costs
allowed by the user.
Cost of the transportation service