Assignment workshop: research, planning and referencing

This week’s topics

Assignment workshop: research, planning and referencing

1. Unpacking the assignment brief and criteria
2. Finding and evaluating sources
3. Planning and referencing
4. The project brief

What you will be able to do

• 1.1 Explain the role of warehousing, handling, packing and order fulfilment in the supply chain.
• 1.2 Describe the stages of inbound, internal and outbound logistics.
• 1.3 Explain how customer service requirements influence logistics operations.
• 2.1 Describe methods of inventory storage, stock rotation and location control.
• 2.2 Explain safe handling, security and loss prevention procedures.
• 2.3 Assess how layout, equipment and workflow affect warehouse performance.
• 3.1 Explain how automation and digital tools support logistics operations.
• 3.2 Describe sustainable practices used in warehouse and distribution operations.
• 3.3 Explain how service standards and communication support customer satisfaction in logistics.
• 4.1 Review the effectiveness of logistics operations in a chosen organisation.
• 4.2 Identify opportunities to improve service, cost or sustainability.
• 4.3 Recommend operational improvements supported by evidence.

Activity

Start with this week’s video, then: Plan the unit assignment against every criterion; source and reference the evidence.

Study materials

Videos

• The project brief · Oak National Academy, Key Stage 4 (GCSE level) · for registered students

Further resources

• Writing Guide, 14.1: Locating Sources · PDF · OpenStax, textbook chapter; pp. 460–461 · for registered students