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The Art and Science of Logistics for Space Optimization

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By Dr. Jennifer S. Batchelor
Program Director, Transportation & Logistics Management, American Public University

Many do not realize the art and science of logistics.  The science behind logistics has always been there, but not generally known by anyone outside the industry. Science is inherently involved in every process within a supply chain because it requires companies to plan, implement, and execute strategies based on supply and demand patterns, transportation costs, and inventory levels to name a few.  This means companies must understand economic drivers, lean systems, forecasting models, and resource utilization as part of their planning processes. Optimizing space within a truck requires a lot of planning to decrease overall costs. The art behind optimization comes from experience and the innate ability to get the most product within a limited amount of space. Space optimization and effective operations relies on both experience and accurate calculations.

We all think about warehousing when “space” is mentioned, but what about space within a truck, rail car, ship, or airplane? Why is this important to mention? The importance lies in efficiency; hence, the word optimization. Optimization implies perfection.

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What is Reverse Logistics?

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Reverse logistics has to do with returns, recycling, and project management; but the answer doesn’t just stop there. In this podcast Dr. Oliver Hedgepeth, Program Director for Reverse Logistics at American Public University, explains the transformation that products undergo through reverse logistics, and dives into the importance of education for professionals in this field.

Syrian Rebels Seize Military Base

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By William Tucker

Over the past weekend various Syrian opposition groups assaulted, and eventually seized, an air defense missile base on the outskirts of Aleppo. Initial reports of the battle were sketchy, but video released by the Free Syrian Army show that the base is indeed in opposition hands. Activists with connections to the opposition fighters in Syria claimed that aircraft belonging to the regime had bombed the advanced weapons that were lost.

A Rudimentary Assessment of Syrian and Rebel Forces

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By William Tucker

As fighting in Syria drags on it is prudent to take a glance at the capabilities of the belligerents in the fight for Syria. Notable engagements in Aleppo and Damascus – both of which are ongoing – provide insight into the capabilities of each fighting force. There are some aspects that will be difficult to ascertain and this will not be an empirical analysis.