Final Distribution Logistics Education Program Course is Released

Is there such a thing as the perfect number? Maybe it’s 6—because that’s exactly how many courses are in WERC’s Distribution Logistics Education Program! This online program is designed to demonstrate your proficiency in the critical skills and knowledge necessary for efficient warehousing and distribution center operations. And with the release of the sixth course, Labor Management & Leadership, the program is now complete.

About the Labor Management & Leadership Course

The Labor Management & Leadership course is designed to help logistics professionals build and maintain a strong, adaptable workforce to meet the demands of modern distribution and fulfillment operations. Key topics covered include:

Labor Sources & Types: Evaluate the benefits and challenges of the different sources and types of labor.

Scheduling & Workforce Leveling: Leverage strategic scheduling and workforce leveling to optimize efficiency and productivity.

Using Labor Management Systems: Implement and use labor management systems (LMS) to monitor productivity, identify inefficiencies, and manage labor costs effectively.

Talent Acquisition: Attract and retain talent in a competitive market through talent acquisition best practices.

Onboarding & Training: Design effective onboarding and training programs for new hires.

Managing Turnover: Reduce workforce turnover to maintain operational stability.

Participants who complete the Labor Management & Leadership course will earn a social media badge to showcase their achievement. Additionally, individuals who complete all six courses in the Distribution Logistics Education Program will receive a WERC certificate recognizing their proficiency in warehouse and distribution center operations. Here are all six courses available:

1. Distribution Logistics Fundamentals

2. Distribution Logistics Equipment

3. Safety & Compliance

4. Distribution Logistics Operations

5. Performance & Metrics

6. Labor Management & Leadership

Get Started Today

WERC and MHI members can save $400 on individual courses. You can also save 20% by purchasing the Distribution Logistics Education Program Bundle. For even greater value, all six courses are included with the new WERC Team Membership plans, providing an affordable way for companies of all sizes to onboard new employees and upskill existing team members.

To learn more about the Labor Management & Leadership course and WERC’s Distribution Logistics Education Program, visit werc.org/getcertified.

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