Author Question: An emerging development in performing the logistics process is the utilization of third-party ... (Read 21 times)

meagbuch · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

An emerging development in performing the logistics process is the utilization of third-party logistics firms. Third-party logistics firms can:
A) perform the warehousing function.
B) perform the transportation function.
C) perform the entire logistics process from production scheduling to delivery of finished goods to the customer.
D) all of the answer choices.
E) both perform the warehousing function and perform the transportation function.

Question 2

The use of slower modes of transportation within the logistical network results in:
A) lower variable costs for product movement.
B) higher customer service levels.
C) higher investments in inventory.
D) all of the answer choices.
E) both lower variable costs for product movement and higher investments in inventory.