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 Duration 14 hours

Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of AI in Logistics and Supply

  • Exploring Artificial Intelligence: Key concepts and use cases
  • AI in fuel distribution and logistics: Potential benefits and strategic impact
  • Overview of no-code AI tools: Excel AI capabilities, ChatGPT, Power BI, and more
  • Real-world examples from the transport and fuel sectors

Module 2: Organizing and Interpreting Operational Data

  • Recognizing critical logistics and supply datasets (including routes, tanks, and deliveries)
  • Preparing volumetric control and inventory data for AI integration
  • Data hygiene, formatting, and validation techniques in Excel
  • Generating insights through dynamic tables and pivot charts

Module 3: AI-Driven Fuel Demand Forecasting

  • Understanding demand prediction and key influencing factors
  • Leveraging Excel’s AI features and ChatGPT for predictive modeling
  • Projecting short-term (1–2 week) fuel demand patterns
  • Practical task: Creating a basic forecast model using existing data

Module 4: Route Planning and Resource Optimization

  • Core principles of route optimization and scheduling
  • Using AI tools to recommend efficient routes and delivery sequences
  • Applying Excel and ChatGPT for route planning under real-world constraints
  • Hands-on activity: Generating route alternatives for delivery vehicles

Module 5: Cost Estimation and Logistics Efficiency

  • Identifying key cost components: distance, tolls, fuel usage, and freight
  • Employing AI models for accurate logistics cost projections
  • Contrasting manual versus AI-assisted cost planning methods
  • Developing cost calculation templates with variable inputs

Module 6: Dashboards and KPI Visualization

  • Basics of Power BI and Excel-based dashboard creation
  • Designing visual reports for logistics and supply chain KPIs
  • Incorporating data from volumetric control systems
  • Practical session: Building a real-time logistics performance dashboard

Module 7: Integrating AI into Logistics Operations

  • Automating routine reporting and data aggregation tasks
  • Utilizing Power Automate or Excel macros for workflow automation
  • Setting up alert systems for inventory levels and delivery milestones
  • Case study: Implementing AI-triggered alerts for tank refill scheduling

Module 8: 90-Day AI Adoption Strategy for Logistics and Supply

  • Constructing a phased AI implementation roadmap
  • Selecting pilot projects and defining success indicators
  • Expanding AI-assisted processes across teams
  • Implementing continuous improvement and knowledge-sharing frameworks

Conclusion and Future Steps

Requirements

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
  • No prior background in Artificial Intelligence is necessary

Target Audience

  • Logistics and supply chain specialists within the fuel transport and retail sectors
  • Operations and inventory coordination professionals
  • Supervisors and planners responsible for fleet routing and fuel distribution

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