We have a number of logistics and supply chain tools and examples that can be downloaded for free. All you need to do is register on our site first. Once you’ve done this, the files are yours to download.
Ballou's Inventory-Throughput Curve
Example of how to construct a graph of inventory versus turnover and how to use it to determine the level of inventory required to support a given level of business.
Category | Decision Making Tools |
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Function | Inventory Management |
Document Type | Excel |
Example of ABC Pareto Analysis for Inventory Management
Example calculation of ABC analysis for inventory management based on usage value.
Category | Analysis Tools |
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Function | Inventory Management |
Document Type | Excel |
Example of ABC Pareto Analysis for Warehouse Management
Example calculation of ABC analysis for warehouse management using pick frequency.
Category | Analysis Tools |
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Function | Warehouse Management |
Document Type | Excel |
Example of Critical Path Analysis
This example shows the precedence network, forwards and backwards time analysis and identification of critical path for a small project.
Category | Analysis Tools |
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Function | General Management |
Document Type | Excel |
Example of Decision Matrix Analysis
Example of use of decision matrix analysis used for choosing a 3PL.
Category | Decision Making Tools |
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Function | General Management |
Document Type | Excel |
Example of Demand Variation Measurement
Example of how MAD and SD are used to measure demand variation.
Category | Analysis Tools |
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Function | Inventory Management |
Document Type | Excel |
Example of Gantt Chart for a Small Project
This example shows how a Gantt chart has been created following forward and backwards time analysis of the activities in a small project.
Category | Decision Making Tools |
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Function | General Management |
Document Type | PowerPoint |
Example of Safety Stock Calculation
Example of 3 ways of setting safety stock.
Category | Analysis Tools |
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Function | Inventory Management |
Document Type | Excel |
Glossary of Terms
A really useful collection of common acronyms and logistics and supply chain terms used in business today.
Category | Reference Tools |
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Function | General Management |
Document Type | Word |
How To Calculate Ordering Cost
Use this template to calculate the cost and effectiveness of your procurement department as a first step to calculating ordering cost. Understanding the true logistic-related costs is the first step to improved logistics management.
Category | Analysis Tools |
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Function | Supply Chain Management |
Document Type | Excel |
How To Calculate Stockholding Cost
Use this template to calculate the cost of holding stock in your business. Understanding the true logistics-related costs is the first step to improved logistics management.
Category | Analysis Tools |
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Function | Supply Chain Management |
Document Type | Excel |
How To Decide Whether or Not You Should Consider Outsourcing
Assess your current situation and the feasibility of outsourcing using this 2-page table of 28 critical questions.
Category | Decision Making Tools |
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Function | Outsourcing |
Document Type | Word |
How To Decide Whether to 4PL or Not to 4PL
List of key questions that you need to ask in your business to decide whether or not it would be useful to consider a 4PL.
Category | Decision Making Tools |
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Function | Outsourcing |
Document Type | Word |
Logistics Acronyms
Over 850 logistics-related acronyms covering 33 pages.
Category | Reference Tools |
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Function | General Management |
Document Type | Word |
Mind Map Example
Comprehensive example of a mind map for inventory management.
Category | Analysis Tools |
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Functions | General Management, Inventory Management |
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Simplex Method Example
Example of simplex method being used to minimise the total cost of deliveries from 4 suppliers to 6 customers.
Category | Decision Making Tools |
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Function | Transport Management |
Document Type | Excel |