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TUTOR MARKED ASSIGNMENT
COURSE CODE : IBO-05
COURSE TITLE : International Marketing Logistics
ASSIGNMENT CODE : IBO-05/TMA/2024
COVERAGE : ALL BLOCKS
Maximum Marks: 100
Attempt all the questions:
1. a) State the four levels at which logistics information is needed and explain the
main features of an integrated information system.
b) Why is order processing regarded as a primary logistics activity? Describe
the sub activities involved that every logistician should be aware of if he is
to efficiently manage the customer service.
(10+10)
2. a) Discuss briefly the constraints faced by Indian shipping industry.
b) Describe the advantages of containerisation to the shippers and the shipowners. Also state its disadvantages, if any.
(10+10)
3. Briefly comment on the following:
a) “Logistics system helps in improving the customer service.”
b) “Despite increasing volume of India’s overseas trade over the period, the
performance of Indian shipping has been rather disappointing.”
c) The Principle of “Charge What the Traffic Can Bear”.
d) ‘Shippers-Shipowners consultation arrangements in India leave much scope
for improvement.”
(4×5)
4. Distinguish between the following:
a) General Cargo Rates and Specific Cargo Rates.
b) Clean and is Qualified Bill of Lading
c) Weight Ton and Measurement Ton
d) Shipowners’ Lien and Maritime Lien
(4×5)
5. Write short notes on the following:
a) Joint Ventures
b) Privatisation of ports
c) International Chamber of Commerce
d) UN Liner Code.
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