Light Up My Light, Inc.

The CEO (Mrs. Elise Ennis) holds weekly reviews which cover the key aspects of the firm's operations.

During the last meeting the subject of "logistics" came up. And with it "logistics management". In essence, logistics is currently a popular term. But what does it mean? How might it apply to LUML?

The CEO said that she would send a few questions for written answers. And then at a later meeting the staff could discuss the topic.

As the meeting was getting ready to disconnect, Tom Dollar the Comptroller asked you to give him a call to discuss how to proceed.

During the call Tom says that you are to prepare the response. As the resident "logistician" you are the logical one. He will forward whatever he receives from the CEO.

The next day you get the following.

FWD

To: {your name}

From: Tom Dollar, Comptroller

Date: {date}

Subject: FWD: Logistics and management

Here are the question from the CEO. Per discussion please prepare response to the questions.

As new material for CEO, backup and clear but concise explanation on what-we-are-doing and why-we-are-doing it.

Please handle ASAP

Thanks, Tom

To: Tom Dollar, Comptroller

From: Elise Ennis, CEO

Date: {date}

Subject: logistics and management

Tom,

Ref logistics.

Can we get someone to answer the following questions?

Some of these seem to be ripe for an accompanying figure, diagram, whatever? But I also need an explanation of the figure, how it ties into the answer, etc.

Thank you.

Elise

#1. (100 pts) What is logistics? By the end, I need a definition that LUML can use. I suspect that a creditable source will be important.

#2. (100) What then is logistics management? Ditto on use at LUML and source.

#3. (100) What functional things are done in logistics?

#4. (100) What is this thing called a "life cycle"? It seems like it should be time-phased? Briefly describe the typical phases.

#5. (100 points) How does logistics tie into the system life cycle? Explain.

#6. (100) Of course we want to be successful. Are there any points that might be especially relevant in accomplishing our various objectives? Briefly explain.

#7. (25 if answered with other than none; 0 if none.). Any other thoughts or information on this subject that you think that I should know at this point in time? "None" if that is your answer.