Contents
Project preparation
- Success factors for logistics projects.
- Causes of failure and countermeasures.
- Structure and benefits of a project profile.
Structuring the project (example: procurement process)
- Formulation of a target network.
- Development of a work breakdown structure.
- Derivation of a milestone plan.
Project task: INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
- Inventory vs. safety stock.
- Determining factors of the safety stock.
- Methods for calculating the required safety stock.
Project task MATERIAL FLOW
- Methodology for value stream mapping.
- Starting points for value stream optimization.
Project task PROCESS OPTIMIZATION
- Visualization of processes.
- Modeling with BPMN 2.0.
- Other effective visualization methods.
Planning the project schedule
- Requirement for project planning.
- Use of software for project planning.
Control of the project process
- Methods for measuring project progress.
- Progress monitoring with the milestone trend analysis.
- Use of the risk map in the context of project risks.
Relevant developments in supply chain projects
- Trends in logistics and SCM.
- Industry 4.0, Logistics 4.0, Internet of Things.
- Agile vs. classic project management.
Learning environment
In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this qualification measure after you have registered.
Your benefit
- You will learn the basic tasks of project management and receive methodical knowledge and practical tips to successfully implement your logistics and SC projects.
- You know what you need to pay particular attention to in inventory management projects.
- You will become familiar with the value stream design method and be able to assess its benefits in the context of material flow optimization projects.
- They apply the standardized modeling method according to BPMN 2.0, which can be used to transparently represent processes within a project.
The training covers simple but effective project management that is particularly suitable for projects "alongside day-to-day business". The methods used in the project tasks for inventory optimization, value stream design and process analysis are developed using specific examples, but can be used in their conception for a variety of potential logistics and SC projects. The benefits of the seminar therefore result from a very pragmatic but effective approach to project management and a flexible toolbox for SC projects.
Methods
- Trainer input on central project management aspects.
- Case studies and best practice examples.
- Practical exercises.
- Group work on practical issues.
- Working aids.
- Professional exchange.
- Problem-oriented discussions.
Recommended for
- Specialists/executives from supply chain management and logistics.
- Specialists/executives from related fields.
- People who are involved in logistics/supply chain projects.
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Attendees comments
"Compact introduction to the topics, some of which were deepened where appropriate. Confident and pleasant presentation and appropriate number of group tasks and video clips."

"Very structured and practical."

"Good mix between theory and practical parts (video, exchange between participants and tasks)."

"As always, very competent. On-site support very good. Very good lecturer. Service description and actual training matched."

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Start dates and details

Thursday, 26.06.2025
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday, 27.06.2025
08:30 am - 4:30 pm

Monday, 04.08.2025
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday, 05.08.2025
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday, 18.09.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday, 19.09.2025
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Monday, 03.11.2025
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday, 04.11.2025
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday, 09.12.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday, 10.12.2025
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Monday, 02.02.2026
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday, 03.02.2026
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
Monday, 16.03.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, 17.03.2026
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Monday, 20.04.2026
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday, 21.04.2026
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday, 17.06.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, 18.06.2026
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Monday, 13.07.2026
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday, 14.07.2026
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday, 01.09.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday, 02.09.2026
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.