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The following courses currently use Supply Chain Systems Laboratory. Each undergraduate class webpage contains syllabus, schedule, class notes, presentations, project description and related materials. The undergraduate class web page also includes secure login to view the grades.

IDIS 340: Manufacturer Distributor Relations

Introduction to the basic concepts and issues in distribution channels and interaction between manufacturers and distributors. This course deals about thinking creatively and critically about the manufacturer/distributor relationship
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IDIS 344: Industrial Distributor Information and Technology Management

Information Automation offers many opportunities to transfer data more quickly through the supply chain. Forecasts for instance can be greatly enhanced by the use of direct customer and salesperson input under controlled circumstances. Information that was formerly unavailable for sharing with suppliers has now become available through new technologies as the E-Business movement proceeds. This course examines those procedures, challenges and the technology associated with ERP/E–Business implementation.
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IDIS 444: Lean Distribution - Spring 2007

This class covers application of Lean principles to Distribution firms. Lean processes have become very significant to manufacturing processes and demand for lean supply chains, that include distribution operations, is growing.
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IDIS 444: Optimizing Distributor Profitability - Spring 2008

Profitability is the primary driver of any business and every activity of a distributor should be optimized to generate maximum profits. This class covers all distributor activities that can affect the profitability of a distribution firm.
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IDIS 481: Seminar – Internship Preparation

The objectives of this course are to help students develop an understanding of the distribution industry and its opportunities, to prepare students for summer internships, and to give students the opportunity to network with industry and companies that will be hiring summer interns.
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Distance Learning

The Masters of Industrial Distribution (MID) graduate courses materials are available through WebCT delivery system.

IDIS 614: Distributor Logistics Networks

A study of the concepts, issues, and techniques used to plan, analyze and control the logistics network. We examine the four key logistical decision making areas: customer service, inventories, facilities, and transportation. Of particular interest the students will be trained on the techniques and technologies for managing and optimizing the logistical (supply) chain.
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IDIS 624: Strategic Relationships of Industrial Distributors

Issues related to establishing and maintaining a beneficial relationship between distributors and manufacturers; developing effective buyer-seller relationships in the industrial distribution sector.
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IDIS 644: Industrial Distributor Information and Technology Management

Industrial distributor’s use of information systems to manage operations; combination of information systems and automation to achieve increased productivity, visibility across the channel, reduced cost and error. This is a master's level distance learning course that explores advanced issues in Supply Chain connectivity and ERP/E-Business implementation. Some of the supply chain information management topics covered are Customer Relationship Management, Distributor ERP, B2B systems and Automation and Control System. Course is developed and taught through WebCT system.
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IDIS 655: Global Distribution - Spring 2008

This course discusses the importance of international supply chain management. This course gives an overview of international logistics, global strategy for logistics and supply chain management, structuring the global supply chain. The international trade environment, pricing, competitive relationships among international carriers and transport intermediaries, location decisions, international sourcing and distribution are focus areas for the course. While discussing classic topics such as the role of ports and airports in international product movements, the economics of international air and ocean carriers, and the freight forwarding industry. We will take special interest in the role of government intervention and regulations and security and risk management for international supply chains.
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