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e-Transport - The life cycle of a shipment
This e-learning module provides an in-depth, practical analysis of the entire life cycle of a shipment, from the initial commercial agreement to final administrative closure and quality review. Participants discover how physical, administrative and data flows come together in a structured process of ten chronological steps, taking account of five crucial transport dimensions: distance, time, cost, risk and information. The course covers the selection and classification of cargo, packaging and load units such as pallets and containers, the choice of the best transport mode, and collaboration with logistics partners. It also explores transport documentation, port and customs-clearance procedures such as PN/TS and Certified Pick up, current tracking technologies including IoT, RFID and Blockchain, and effective KPIs and vendor-rating systems for continuous process optimisation.
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e-Transport - Incoterms 2020 & transport insurance
This e-learning module explores how Incoterms 2020 and transport insurance work together to manage logistics and financial risks in international trade. It explains how Incoterms allocate tasks and costs, define the critical point at which risk transfers between buyer and seller, and affect the logistics chain directly. The module also covers the essentials of transport insurance, from the difference between limited carrier liability under international conventions such as CMR and Hague-Visby and all-risks cargo insurance, to handling claims correctly, general average and selecting the right policy type for your organisation.
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e-Transport - The role of the transport manager
The Role of the Transport Manager e-learning module gives you a clear understanding of the strategic, tactical and operational tasks of the modern transport professional. You will discover how decisions are made at different management levels and which logistics outsourcing models, from 1PL to 5PL, suit a supply chain. The module also explores the impact of innovations such as Artificial Intelligence on route optimisation and automation, and teaches you to manage performance effectively through measures such as OTIF (On Time, In Full). Finally, it provides practical tools to address current challenges, including tighter legislation, urban distribution, staff shortages and sustainability, through Lean Logistics and efficient process optimisation.
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e-Transport - Introduction to distribution & transport - The five dimensions of transport
The Introduction to Distribution and Transport and The Five Dimensions of Transport modules provide a strong foundation for managing freight transport in the logistics chain. The first module covers how transport routes develop, distribution channels such as e-commerce, and the choice between in-house operations and outsourcing (1PL to 5PL). The second focuses on managing shipments in practice through five core dimensions: distance, speed, risk, cost and information. Together, they provide a complete guide to establishing and optimising an efficient transport network.
