Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management of Kmart Australia

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of Kmart Australia's global logistics and supply chain management. It begins with an introduction to supply chain management and its importance, especially for global organizations, followed by a background of Kmart Australia, highlighting its operations, international suppliers, and organizational structure. The report then delves into global transportation regulations and the company's use of various modes of transportation, including road, sea, rail, and air, discussing the advantages and disadvantages of each. A significant portion of the report is dedicated to transportation risk management, detailing the policies and factors considered by Kmart Australia to mitigate risks associated with the movement of goods. The conclusion summarizes the key findings, emphasizing Kmart's efforts to manage the complexities of its global supply chain through effective logistics risk management policies and practices. The report references relevant academic sources to support its analysis.