Georgia Tech's Executive Masters in International Logistics July Webinar will Broadcast Live from China; Webinar Will Focus on How to Build Effective Logistics in China

Business Wire, July 19, 2006

ATLANTA -- Georgia Institute of Technology's (Georgia Tech) Executive Master's in International Logistics (EMIL) program announces that its 2006 webinar series, "EMIL Virtual Classroom," continues with its next webinar entitled "Building Effective Logistics in Post-WTO China." The free webinar will take place live from China on July 25, 2006 from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. EDT. Replays of the webinar may be downloaded at www.emil.gatech.edu afterwards.

This webinar explores the pitfalls and difficulties companies often face when managing a logistics network in China. Logistics spending in China is expected to show significant growth. Increases in manufacturing in China and World Trade Organization (WTO) commitments will impact this growth. This webinar will cover the impact and how organizations can effectively capitalize on the growing logistics network.

James Gagne, BAX Global managing director, Central and Northern China, will share his insights on the following:

--Logistics service standards in China: infrastructure planning, logistics pitfalls, trucking and intermodal capabilities

--Current market trends

--Policy recommendations and suggestions

--Market projections for the future

"As the global network in China expands, so does the need to understand the long-term impact on logistics and supply chains," said Dr. John Vande Vate, executive director of the EMIL program. "BAX Global has its finger on the pulse when it comes to integrated logistics services in China. We're certain Gagne's participation will bring valuable insight to this webinar."

For more information and to register for the free webinar, visit http://www.emil.gatech.edu/chinawebinar/. The webinar will be available for download and replay after the live webcast.

This webinar is one in a series by EMIL. Each webinar covers such topics as supply chain management, international logistics and global manufacturing. Each 60 minute webinar is presented live and features experts in international business and supply chain management. Manufacturing Business Technology is a co-marketing partner of the webinar series. Webinar archives can be accessed by visiting http://www.emil.gatech.edu/news/.> About EMIL

EMIL (www.emil.gatech.edu) is the first advanced degree offered which combines the growing field of global logistics with business management. EMIL blends top-notch engineering faculty with world-class management faculty and best of breed industry practices to create a unique educational opportunity offering concrete business deliverables. This unique 18-month master's program keeps key employees on-the-job while teaching them practical techniques for decreasing logistics costs and improving supply chain efficiencies. Taught using an executive format, EMIL participants meet for two weeks of intensive courses per semester (convening in Asia, Latin America, Europe and Atlanta) and participate through distance learning alternatives during the remainder of the semester. EMIL class members are typically at the vice president, director or senior manager level in their organizations and have an average of 14 years experience.