The principles of stores and warehousing facilities such as:

• The effective and efficient flows of inventory
• Reduction of life-cycle costs
• Space optimisation

Explain how stores and warehouses can be designed and located to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of the locations of inventories, inventory flow and space utilisation

Key aspects associated with the storage of inventories

Explain the use of materials handling equipment and palletisation and unit loads, packing and packaging, and automation in warehouse management

The main modes of transportation in logistics

• Road
• Rail
• Air
• Sea

Identify the strengths and weaknesses associated with the main modes of freight transportation

The documentation that is used in transportation of supplies such as:

• The single administrative document
• Packing list, waybill, consignment notes, bill of lading
• Certificate of origin
• Import/export licences, safety certificate, insurance certificate
• Letters of credit or other financial documentation

Check that documents used in the transportation of supplies are completed and authorised correctly

The main types of Incoterms in international logistics E, F, C and D terms

Provide advice to stakeholders on the use of the different classifications of Incoterms in international logistics

Legislation and regulations on supplies from international sources

Ensure compliance with legislation and regulations for supplies from international sources