Logistics Project

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
R/617/6662
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
48 hours

Aim

The aim of this unit is to develop the skills and understanding required to plan and undertake a project relevant to a logistics workplace to inform organisational decision-making. Learners will engage in research and analysis and draw upon previous learning to support a logical approach to dealing with a work-related scenario.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand the risks associated with a logistics project.

  • Risk
    Barriers to accessing information; out-dated information; stakeholder interference; lack of resources; time limitations; insufficient knowledge, understanding and skills.
  • Minimise Risk
    Early identification of the risks; assessing the impact of the risks; develop contingency plans; prioritise the risks; monitor and track the risks.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Explain the risks associated with a project.

  • 1.2

    Describe ways in which to minimise risks to a project.

2

Be able to develop an appropriate approach to a logistics project.

  • External factors
    Categorised as political; economic; social; technological; legal; environmental.
  • Project plan
    Project scope; aims and objectives; timelines; milestones; critical success factors.
  • Planning tools
    Gantt charts; PERT analysis; network diagrams; critical path analysis; fishbone diagram.
  • Performance benchmarks
    Key performance indicators; what is being measured; what is the unit of measurement; stakeholder perception of value; deviations from plan. 

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Identify and consider external factors when developing a project plan.

  • 2.2

    Produce a project plan appropriate to a project brief.

  • 2.3

    Identify and use appropriate planning tools to support a project plan.

  • 2.4

    Establish appropriate performance benchmarks for a project.

3

Be able to implement a project plan for a logistics project.

  • Tools and techniques
    Risks
    Risk assessment; risk audit; variance analysis; trend analysis; stakeholder meetings.

    Implementation
    Quantitative methods; qualitative methods; mixed methods 

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Apply appropriate tools and techniques to manage project risks and implement a project plan.

4

Be able to monitor, review and evaluate a logistics project.

  • Monitor
    Gantt charts; critical path analysis; variance analysis; control charts; stakeholder analysis.
  • Review
    Gap analysis; stakeholder feedback; comparison to performance benchmarks; identify lessons learned.
  • Evaluate
    Qualitative and quantitative data collection; statistical analysis; trend analysis; reach informed conclusions.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Apply appropriate techniques to monitor, review and evaluate a project.

5

Be able to communicate with relevant logistics project stakeholders. 

  • Report
    Title; executive summary and key findings; introduction; methods used; discussion; conclusion and recommendations.
  • Presentation
    Presentation software; presentation hardware; verbal communication skills; use of body language; pitch and time of voice; timings; questions and answers.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1

    Produce a report which details the project process and outcomes.

  • 5.2

    Use appropriate techniques to deliver a presentation in support of a project report.