1、LOGISTICS ENGLISH,Lecturer: Junjun WEI AUG 2011,Chapter 1 Introduction to Logistics,New Words and Phraseslogistics n. 后勤学， 物流 definition n. 定义，概念 implement v. 履行，推进 civilization n. 文明 professional n. 专家，专业人员 pipeline n. 管道,Chapter 1 Introduction to Logistics,New Words and Phrasesacquisition n. 获得 m
2、anufacture n./v. 加工，制造 storage n. 储存，仓储 distribution n. 配送 maintenance n. 维持 disposition n. 配置 construction n. 建 设，构成,Chapter 1 Introduction to Logistics,New Words and Phrasesprovision n. 供应，提供 volatile adj. 多变的 critical adj. 关键性的，决定性的 budget n. 预算 evolve v. 演变，发展 integrate v. 整合，综合 capitalize v. 变成
3、资本，作资本用,Chapter 1 Introduction to Logistics,Text 1 What is Logistics?【Part1】The Definition of Logistics（物流的概念）There are various definitions of different edition. But in general, there are mainly two types of definition in practice.国家标准物流术语中，物流定义为物品从供应地向接受地的实体流动过程，根据实际需要，将运输、储存、装卸、包装、配送、信息处理等基本功能实现有机
4、结合。,Text 1 What is Logistics?,In Chinese Logistics Terms, logistics means the physical movement of goods from the supplier point to the receive point. Based on practical need, integrated organically the variety of the basic functional activities including transportation, storage, loading and unloadi
5、ng, handling, package, distribution and information management, etc.,Text 1 What is Logistics?,国家标准物流术语中，物流定义为物品从供应地向接受地的实体流动过程，根据实际需要，将运输、储存、装卸、包装、配送、信息处理等基本功能实现有机结合。,Text 1 What is Logistics?,The Council of Logistics Management has adopted this definition of logistics：Logistics is that part of the
6、 supply chain process that plans, implements, and controls the efficient, effective flow and storage of goods, services, and related information from the point of origin to the point of consumption in order to meet customers requirement.,Text 1 What is Logistics?,美国物流管理协会修订了物流的定义：物流是供应链过程中的一部分，是以满足客
7、户需要为目的的，为提高产品、服务和相关信息从起始点到消费点的流动储存效率和效益而对齐进行计划、执行和控制的过程。,Text 1 What is Logistics?,【Part 2】The importance of Logistics（物流的重要性）Since the beginning of human civilization, there has been the “move” of the goods, so we should say, “logistics is anything but a newborn baby.” However, when it comes to mod
8、ern logistics, most professionals in the business consider it one of the most competitive and exciting jobs, invisible as it is. “Logistics is a unique global pipeline that operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 52 weeks a year, planning and coordinating the transport and delivery of product
9、s and service to customers the world over.”,Text 1 What is Logistics?,Logistics is a unique global “pipeline”.在修辞学中有一种修辞手法是比喻，用于比较两种事物或人的相同点。比喻分为两类：明喻和暗喻。明喻称被比喻的物体“像某个事物”，用like表示，暗喻称某个事物“是另一个事物”。如：明喻：Steve Morris looks like a wonder boy .暗喻：Steve Morris is a wonder.全句译为：物流是一个独特的“管道”。,Text 1 What is
10、Logistics?,Coming into being with the advent of civilization, logistics is anything but a newborn baby. 全句译为：文明伊始，物流就已经存在，因而不是新鲜事。However, when it comes to moden logistics, most professionals in the business consider it one of the most challenging and exciting jobs, invisible as it is. invisible as
11、it is: 这是一个倒装句。表示尽管。 “as”前面可加动词或形容词。例如：Child as he is, he makes a living on his own. 尽管他还是小孩，他已经自己谋生了。Difficult as it is, we still encourage each other. 尽管很困难，我们仍然互相鼓励。全句译为：说到现代物流，业内专业人士认为，尽管看不见摸不着，却是最富有挑战性和最激动人心的工作。,Text 1 What is Logistics?,【Part 3】Development of Logistics Management（物流管理的发展）Logis
12、tics management has evolved over the last three decades from the narrowly defined distribution management to the integrated management and to the global supply chains. The mission of logistics management is to plan and coordinate all activities to achieve desired levels of delivered service and qual
13、ity at the lowest possible cost. Modern logistics is related to the effective and efficient flow of materials and information that are of vital importance to customers and clients in various sections of the economic society.,Text 1 What is Logistics?,Modern logistics is related to the effective and
14、efficient flow of materials and information that are of vital importance to customers and clients in various sections of the economic society. 全句译为：现代物流关系到货物流和信息流的有效性和高效率,对于经济社会各个消费者和中间商，货物流和信息流是非常重要的。,Text 1 What is Logistics?,Fill in the blanks with the following words. 1The aim of _ management is
15、 to minimize the amount of material in stock. 2 _ is a hot topic in China and the whole world.,route location movement originate importance inventory purchase flow storage logistics,Text 1 What is Logistics?,3If the ship had sailed along the recommended _ , it would have been able to avoid the heavy
16、 weather. 4People generally consider logistics as the _ of goods, it is partly right, but logistics is much more than that. 5Logistics involves the _ of goods, but also of people, as well as housing and feeding them. 6The foreign company has to _ 500 TEU of garments from China every year.,Text 1 Wha
17、t is Logistics?,7The meaning of the word “logistics” firstly _ from the military. 8The _ expenses will be for your account if you place an order of 100,000 tons of roll steel at a time. My workshop uses ten tons a month. 9With the development of modern economy, people become more and more aware of t
18、he _ of logistics. 10Whether facilities are owned or rented, the _ of warehouses is extremely important.,Dialogue 1 Introduction to Logistics Company,（Li Jian, the sales representative of Zhongji Shipping company, is talking with Erik, A potential customer.） Li：Welcome to our company, Mr. Erik.Nice
19、to meet you. Erik：Me too. Li：Mr. Erik, my name is Li Jian. Here is my card. Im willing to introduce my company. Erik：Thank you for a lot of care.,Dialogue 1 Introduction to Logistics Company,Li：Our business covers import and export container transportation and agency, door to door pickup and deliver
20、y, customs clearance, warehousing and consolidation. Erik：I see. Li：Zhongji has become one of the market leaders in Chinas freight forwarding and logistics industry today.,Dialogue 1 Introduction to Logistics Company,Erik：Uh-huh. Li：We have helped Ford to substantially reduce logistics costs. Erik：P
21、lease explain in detail.,Dialogue 1 Introduction to Logistics Company,Li：Of course, that was one of the best results achieved in the beginning of the 2000s. Erik：One of the best results? In what way? Li：We improved their management by optimizing their plans of demonstration before plunging into acti
22、on. As a result, the overall utilization was raised considerably. Erik：Its amazing.,Dialogue 1 Introduction to Logistics Company,Li：If you are concerned about logistics questions, you can ask any one. We have a reputation for top service. Erik：I hope so. Li：If you have a moment, Im hoping to visit y
23、ou. Erik：Well, you are welcome, Id like to hear your suggestion.,Dialogue 1 Introduction to Logistics Company,New Words and Phrasescontainer n. 集装箱 transportation n. 运输 warehouse v. 仓储，储存 consolidation n. 集货，配货 freight n. 运输，运费 forward v. 发送，递送,Dialogue 1 Introduction to Logistics Company,optimize v
24、. 优化，充分利用 demonstration n. 运营 utilization n. 利用 pickup and delivery 货物交接 customs clearance 通关，清关 plunge into action 把投入,Dialogue 1 Introduction to Logistics Company,Notes1.Our business covers import and export container transportation and agency, door to door pickup and delivery, warehousing and con
25、solidation.我们公司业务涵盖了集装箱进出口运输和代理，门到门交接货物，仓储和配货。,Dialogue 1 Introduction to Logistics Company,2.We improved their management by optimizing their plans of demonstration before plunging into action. As a result, the overall utilization was raised considerably.我们在运营计划投入前对其进行优化，从而提高了管理水平，全面的利用率得以大幅度提升。,Dialogue 1 Introduction to Logistics Company,ExercisesOral Practice: practice the above dialogue with your partner until you can learn the lines by heart.,
