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At the most basic level, transportation, distribution and logistic are the terms
used to describe all of the functions involved in the movement of an item from the
place where it was made or grown to the place where it is used or consumed. A fourth
term often associated with the three, warehousing, refers to the storage of good at
a point or points along the way. When products are at rest, cost is added. When
products are in motion, value is added.
The transportation Distribution Logistics Industry was built upon these simple
concepts. Launched during the Industrial Revolution when surplus goods first
required storage, the industry is experiencing yet another revolution based on
new concepts of production, custom-assembly, strategic partnering and maximizing
consumer value. The focus has shifted from the storage of goods to the movement
of goods. Moreover, advanced information technology and sophisticated
telecommunications networks have led to the globalization of markets and made
transportation and logistics the deciding factor in the war for competitive advantage.In addition to major shifts in customer requirements and global markets forces, the TDL Industry also finds itself at the intersection of massive changes taking place in the manufacturing and information/telecommunications industries. Such major shifts hold tremendous implications for the nature and structure of work within the industry, as well as the skill requirements of the workers who fuel this growing segment of the Maryland and national economy. 
Cecil College through its Mid Atlantic Transportation and Logistics
Institute has taken a national lead in addressing the need for education and
career programs in support of the evolving transportation distribution and
logistics industry by creating a powerful regional program in the field of
transportation and logistics. The institute includes degree programs, professional
development, licensure and technical programs, as well as active industry resource
center that brings together companies with similar workforce development needs.Additionally, the Institute has formed strong partnership ties with the local school system to create a career cluster in transportation, distribution and logistics in conjunction with the United State Department of Education. This unique program is one of only ten of its kind in the country and will use strong industry participation coupled with problem- based learning to create a new breed of “value-added” workers responsible for maintaining a company’s competitive edge. This program also includes extensive career exploration allowing students to determine early in their education which career path best fits their interests. According to regional economic development data the TDL sector is one of the fastest growing industries. These jobs will represent a wide spectrum of skill and salary levels and will afford professionals many career opportunities. Through the Mid Atlantic Transportation and Logistics Institute’s efforts our students will continue to receive cutting edge education and training to ensure success in the ever- changing world of transportation, distribution, and logistics. |
