Course Prospectus
Overview
Why Attend
The Supply Chain Network Design & Optimization Training Course by This course is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to develop efficient Supply Chain Network Design strategies for modern organisations. As part of the Logistics and Supply Chain Training Courses specialization within the Management category, this programme focuses on analysing, designing, and improving supply chain structures to enhance operational performance and business competitiveness. Participants gain practical expertise in warehouse location planning, transportation network design, distribution strategies, optimization techniques, cost reduction, and supply chain modelling.
This training course combines strategic planning with analytical tools to help organisations create resilient and cost-effective supply chain networks. Participants learn how to evaluate network configurations, optimise facility locations, improve transportation efficiency, reduce operational costs, and apply modelling techniques for data-driven decision-making. By the end of the programme, learners will be prepared to design supply chain networks that improve customer service, operational flexibility, and long-term organisational performance.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of Supply Chain Network Design.
- Analyse supply chain structures to improve operational efficiency.
- Evaluate warehouse location strategies for optimal facility placement.
- Design efficient transportation network solutions.
- Improve distribution planning across supply chain operations.
- Apply optimization techniques to enhance network performance.
- Develop strategies for sustainable cost reduction.
- Use supply chain modelling tools for scenario analysis and decision-making.
- Measure network performance using key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Strengthen supply chain resilience through strategic network planning.
Target Audience
- Supply chain managers.
- Logistics and distribution managers.
- Operations managers.
- Procurement professionals.
- Warehouse and distribution planners.
- Transportation managers.
- Supply chain analysts.
- Business process improvement specialists.
- Operations consultants.
- Professionals seeking careers in supply chain strategy and network optimisation.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Supply Chain Network Design
- Supply chain network fundamentals
- Strategic network planning
- Supply chain structure
- Network performance objectives
Module 2: Supply Chain Analysis and Modelling
- Supply chain mapping
- Data collection and analysis
- Supply chain modelling techniques
- Scenario planning
Module 3: Warehouse Location Planning
- Facility location analysis
- Warehouse capacity planning
- Geographic considerations
- Site selection methods
Module 4: Transportation Network Design
- Transportation planning
- Route configuration
- Carrier selection
- Transportation efficiency
Module 5: Distribution Network Optimisation
- Distribution centre strategies
- Inventory positioning
- Customer service optimisation
- Distribution performance
Module 6: Cost Reduction and Operational Efficiency
- Logistics cost analysis
- Cost optimisation strategies
- Resource allocation
- Process improvement
Module 7: Network Optimisation Tools and Techniques
- Optimisation methodologies
- Decision support systems
- Performance simulations
- Technology applications
Module 8: Supply Chain Performance and Continuous Improvement
- Network KPIs
- Risk assessment
- Continuous improvement strategies
- Future trends in supply chain network design
Schedule & Fees
2026 Schedule & Fees
| Dates | City | Language | Fees | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 - 15 Oct, 2026 | English | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 11 - 15 Oct, 2026 | Arabic | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 22 - 26 Nov, 2026 | English | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 22 - 26 Nov, 2026 | Arabic | USD 3,400 Per participant |
2027 Schedule & Fees
| Dates | City | Language | Fees | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 - 14 Jan, 2027 | English | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 10 - 14 Jan, 2027 | Arabic | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 21 - 25 Feb, 2027 | English | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 21 - 25 Feb, 2027 | Arabic | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 11 - 15 Apr, 2027 | English | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 11 - 15 Apr, 2027 | Arabic | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 23 - 27 May, 2027 | English | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 23 - 27 May, 2027 | Arabic | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 11 - 15 Jul, 2027 | English | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 11 - 15 Jul, 2027 | Arabic | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 22 - 26 Aug, 2027 | English | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 22 - 26 Aug, 2027 | Arabic | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 10 - 14 Oct, 2027 | English | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 10 - 14 Oct, 2027 | Arabic | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 21 - 25 Nov, 2027 | English | USD 3,400 Per participant | ||
| 21 - 25 Nov, 2027 | Arabic | USD 3,400 Per participant |
