DISTANCE EDUCATION
M.B.A. DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY 2018.
Third Semester
STRATEGIC LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
(Upto 2012-13 Academic Year and 2013 Calendar Year)
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
PART A — x 8 40 marks)
Answer any FIVE questions.
1. Explain the nature of symbiotic relationship between
logistics strategy and business success.
2. Describe the significance of strategic control in the
logistics domain.
3. Illustrate value added logistics services with suitable
examples.
4. Explain the process of value chain analysis with suitable
examples.
5. Briefly discuss the environmental factors which influence
the strategic logistics functions.
6. Distinguish 4PL strategies from 3PL strategies giving
appropriate examples.
7. Describe the significance of creating a worker friendly
culture in a logistics service providing company.
8. Explain the need for a suitable organisation structure for
the successful implementation of logistics strategies.
Sub. Code
33
DE-4261
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PART B — x 15 60 marks)
Answer any FOUR questions.
9. Give an elaborate account of the strategic management
process with suitable examples.
10. Describe the role of logistics in the competitive strategy of
a firm.
11. Explain the significance and application of the concept of
balance score card in logistics management.
12. Elaborately deal with the critical success factors of
logistics function.
13. "Choice of the right logistics service partner is crucial for
the success of a logistics company". Substantiate.
14. Give a descriptive account of the various corporate level
logistics strategies.
15. Compare and contrast strategic control and tactical
control in logistics management.
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