Internationalisation Series: Unlocking China's Digital Supply Chain Mastery - Exploring Automation, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Analytics in Logistics, Hangzhou
About This Course
China has established itself as a powerhouse in the realm of advanced manufacturing, solidifying its position through the strategic utilisation of data and digitalisation. This transformation has been pivotal, particularly in meeting the escalating demands of modern sectors such as E-commerce, where speed and efficiency are paramount. Companies like Cainiao and Shunfeng have played instrumental roles in pushing the boundaries of supply chain management. They've not only met but exceeded expectations by embracing innovative technologies and practices. These advancements have significantly enhanced the overall efficiency and effectiveness of supply chain operations.
The immersive overseas learning programme offers a comprehensive exploration of the logistics value chain, delving deep into its intricate structure and dynamics. Participants gain invaluable insights into the critical enablers of supply chain digitalisation, including automation, cutting-edge AI-based vision systems, sophisticated data analytics techniques, state-of-the-art robotics, and the evolving landscape of digital finance. Through this programme, participants not only grasp theoretical concepts but also engage in practical applications and real-world case studies. They acquire a nuanced understanding of how these key elements synergise to optimise supply chain processes, improve decision-making, enhance agility, and drive sustainable growth in today's dynamic business environment.
What You'll Learn
• Understand the latest trends in logistics and supply chain management and its increased expectation of performance, both in terms of speed as well as accuracy
• Appreciate the complexity of new supply chain delivery models for emerging growth areas such as ecommerce logistics, cross-border ecommerce and inter-city quick delivery
• Understand the use of digitalisation and data in supply chain management systems such as Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS), and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
• Understand the key elements of supply chain asset location selection, hub designs and transportation asset deployment
• Develop first hand in-depth look of how technology is being deployed in supply chain, including artificial intelligence-vision based intrusion and monitoring system, high turnaround automation (including sorting robots, autonomous automated guided vehicles (AGVs), automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) and data analytics for demand forecasting
Entry Requirements
Participants should have more than two years of manufacturing or supply chain related experience to benefit from the programme.