Incorporating modern logistics system vital for economic growth.

Interview of Mr. Shaham Ahmad - Honorary Secretary, ICMA Pakistan

PAGE: Tell me something about yourself and your organization?

Shaham Ahmad: I am a Fellow member of ICMA Pakistan and as a result of the recent elections I have been elected as a member of the current National Council of the Institute for the three-year term 2021 to 2023. The Council has nominated me as the 'Honorary Secretary' of the Institute in that capacity I am responsible to look after those affairs of the Institute as envisaged in the CMA Act and Regulations. I held the office of the Chairman of the Karachi Branch Council (KBC) of ICMA Pakistan during 2013 and 2014 and have also been heading the CPD Committee of KBC for quite a long time. In this role, I took several initiatives to promote and strengthen Institute's relationship with the corporate sector. The CMA professional degree coupled with my practical experience of working for almost over twenty years in the private sector has helped me to perform the role of teacher and mentor. I am presently working at a senior finance position in Pakistan's leading automobile manufacturing company where I have been employed since 2002.

PAGE: What are your views on logistics solutions for industry in Pakistan?

Shaham Ahmad: The logistics industry plays a vital role in the economic development of the country and forms an essential component of the supply chain. This industry provides efficient logistical solutions to the industry in Pakistan for promoting international trade and facilitating the movement of products and services within and outside the country. The modern logistics industry with incorporated e-business applications is providing value-added services to the industry in the areas of transportation, inventory and warehouse management, material handling, freight forwarding, packaging and supply chain management that helps connect businesses to suppliers and markets around the world. Logistics and supply chain management also plays a crucial role as a strategic tool for the manufacturing industry in gaining a competitive advantage.

Today, the CEOs and CFOs of business entities, especially those who are actively engaged in exports or imports, are more concerned about their logistics issues such as keeping low inventories to reduce the storage cost. Many companies are also outsourcing their logistics activities to third parties so that they can focus more on their core businesses. The services provided to the industry...

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