Supply Chain Logistics Overview

These flashcards cover key concepts, terminology, and procedures related to supply chain logistics and shipping operations as detailed in the lecture notes.

What is the purpose of shipping documentation?

To ensure that correct products are placed in the right vehicles for delivery.

What is a dispatch list?

A priority sequence list of jobs related to shipping goods.

How often should a dispatch list be updated?

At least daily or at shift changes.

What types of information are typically included in a dispatch list?

Trailer loading schedules, order details, special shipments, and express package pick-ups.

What is a manifest?

A list of items in a vehicle’s cargo, including customer addresses, invoice numbers, and package weights.

What are the characteristics of a manual manifest?

A handwritten list where an employee writes the package information.

What is the significance of a carrier freight bill?

It is an invoice for payment for services provided by the carrier.

What information is found on a delivery receipt?

Proof of delivery, including details like the bill of lading and any noted freight damage.

What does a bill of lading acknowledge?

That specific goods have been received on board for shipment.

What is a through bill of lading?

Involves the use of at least two different modes of transport.

What is required to track cargo within a yard?

Effective yard management systems.

What factors influence vehicle routing?

Distance, customer requirements, driver availability, and vehicle restrictions.

What governs hazmat routing for carriers?

Federal, state, and local regulations.

What is the purpose of a Certificate of Origin?

To attest to a shipment's country of origin.

What is 'duty' in terms of trade?

A tax levied on the importation, exportation, or use of goods.

Definition of exports?

Products produced in one country and sold in another.

What are Free Trade Agreements?

Agreements that eliminate tariffs and quotas between countries.

How does intermodal transport work?

It involves using different types of equipment for a shipment without handling goods between modes.

What are ISO Containers?

Standardized containers designed for shipping across multiple modes of transport.

Why is yard management important?

To monitor and control traffic, reducing costs and improving efficiency.

What is the purpose of shipping manifests?

To list the pieces in a shipment and ensure correct delivery.

What can tracking systems use to identify shipments?

Tracking numbers, bar codes, or RFID tags.

What advantage does RFID technology provide in shipping?

Allows real-time tracking of packages throughout transport.

What is a gantry crane used for?

To lift containers and swap bodies.

What is a grappler lift?

A device similar to a gantry crane designed to handle swap bodies.

What is a shipping order?

A document specifying products to be shipped and customer information.

What is a tariff?

An official schedule of taxes and fees on imports or exports.

What are the requirements for customs entry?

A report filed on imported goods detailing their specifications.

What do customs brokers do?

They handle the complexity of customs paperwork for companies.

What is a commercial invoice?

An invoice required for international shipments containing specific details.

What is the function of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection?

To enforce laws related to incoming and outgoing cargo.

What does the World Trade Organization do?

Supervises world trade and negotiates trade agreements.

How are customs documentation regulations important?

They control the legality and compliance of international trade.

What is a skeletal trailer?

A semi-trailer designed to carry ISO containers without a loading platform.

What is a roll-on roll-off ferry?

A ferry designed to carry road or rail vehicles.

What is double stacking in rail transport?

Carrying containers stacked on top of each other.

What are imports?

Products which have been produced in a foreign country to be sold domestically.

What role does the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) play?

It sets standards for determining the country of origin for mixed-origin products.

What is a reach stacker?

A heavy-duty truck used to transfer containers between road and rail.

What is the main goal of effective yard management systems?

To reduce costs associated with lost or detained containers.

What is the best way to track shipments during transport?

Using a tracking number that allows following progress.

Why are international trade regulations important?

To ensure safety, protect domestic industries, and maintain a competitive economy.

What determines which roadways freight carriers can use?

State regulations can impose restrictions on roadway usage.

How do intermodal containers facilitate shipping?

They allow for efficient loading and transfer between different transport modes.

What paperwork is essential for an export license?

Requires documentation for most goods being exported.

What does hazmat routing compliance ensure?

That hazardous materials follow designated routes away from populated areas.

What kind of tracking information might customers receive?

Status updates or tracking numbers to follow their shipments.

How does the economic impact of U.S. imports and exports reflect on its economy?

Significant trade volume influences overall economic health and job creation.