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Chapter 20
International physical
distribution/logistics
strategy and
management
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Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4
© 2006 Alan Branch
Topics covered in this chapter
• Introduction
• Decision making process
• Problem areas and possible solutions
• Logistics strategy
• Customs planning
• The future
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Introduction
A comprehensive analysis of international distribution strategy.
Focus on the thirteen strategic points a company must consider. Also
the 27 options available to apply the international distribution strategy.
An important text to consider for the international entrepreneur.
Decision making process
A comprehensive analysis of the five stages in the decision making
process to formulate a channel of distribution plans.
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Problem areas and possible solutions
International distribution possible problem areas and solutions are
examined. A total of eleven areas are considered.
Logistics strategy
Study closely the key points raised in an logistics strategy and its
interface with chapter six.
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Customs planning
A key area on which to focus to devise an efficient customs strategy.
Note the six points examined and its interface with chapter nine.
The future
A few thoughts on the future development on international trade.
Undoubtedly, it is a growth market of great complexity and more
professionalism is needed in a high tech logistic environment.
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Key concepts
Ensure you understand the following:
• Introduction and key points raised.
• Decision making process and the factors involved.
• Problem areas and possible solutions – and the eleven points raised.
• Logistics strategy and interface with chapter six.
• Customs planning and interface with chapter nine.
• The future – monitor a changing international scene.
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Appendices
Use the four appendices embracing trade organization
addresses: international export journals, export document specimens
and shipping trade/terms.
Further recommended reading
• Students/traders may wish to obtain further titles to enhance their
knowledge and develop an international trade library.
• International purchasing and management. Thomson learning.
Alan branch.
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© 2006 Alan Branch
Further recommended reading
• Dictionary of shipping international business trade
terms and abbreviations. 5th Edition. 2005. 18000 terms. Witherby*
Alan Branch.
• Shipping and air freight documentation for importers and Exporters.
2nd Edition. About 100 documents, Witherby*. Alan Branch.
• Multi – lingual dictionary of commercial international trade and
shipping terms.
• English, French, Spanish and German. 10,000 entries. Witherby*.
Alan Branch.
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Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4
© 2006 Alan Branch
• *Email: [email protected]
• Employment Law. Beryl Grant. Thomson Learning.
• Law of international Trade. JCT Chuah. Sweet and Maxwell.
• Law and Practice of International Trade. Leo D’Arcy. Carole Murray,
and Barbara Cleave. Sweet and Maxwell.
Use with Export Practice & Management
Fifth Edition by Alan Branch ISBN 1–84480–081–4
© 2006 Alan Branch