Overview
In 2007, there were 34 armed conflicts worldwide. That same year, a total of 414 natural disasters affected 211 million people. Overall, these natural disasters resulted in 16,847 deaths, and caused $74.9 billion in damages. Humanitarian Logistics examines the key challenges facing those whose role it is to organize and distribute resources in the most difficult of situations. This multi-contributor title includes insights from some of the world's leading experts in humanitarian logistics. It examines key issues including, warehousing, procurement and funding. With particular focus on pre-disaster preparation, rather than post-disaster assistance, Humanitarian Logistics provides current thinking as well as best practice for those who need to understand the many challenges and ways to respond effectively in this crucial area.
Full Product Details
Author: Martin Christopher ,
Peter Tatham ,
Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
Publisher: Kogan Page Ltd
Imprint: Kogan Page Ltd
Dimensions:
Width: 15.70cm
, Height: 1.80cm
, Length: 23.50cm
Weight: 0.440kg
ISBN: 9780749462468
ISBN 10: 0749462469
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 03 April 2011
Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Tertiary & Higher Education
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Professional & Vocational
Replaced By: 9780749470876
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Out of Print
Availability: In Print
Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock.
Reviews
This book offers a comprehensive look at the field of humanitarian logistics with perspectives provided by practitioners and academics from around the world. The book will be an invaluable text for students studying and undertaking research in this area and will also provide a fascinating read for others who are interested in humanitarian logistics and want to know more. -- Dorothea Carvalho, Director Of Professional Development, Chartered Institute Of Logistics And Transport CILT The HLA is very pleased that [the book] has been written in a format that contains the valuable perspectives of a broad range of individuals who are so key to the success of the emerging humanitarian logistics sector. This is another important milestone in the journey to raise the profile of humanitarian logistics and its distinct role in supporting aid programmes and disaster response operations. -- George Fenton, Chairman, Humanitarian Logistics Association
This book offers a comprehensive look at the field of humanitarian logistics with perspectives provided by practitioners and academics from around the world. The book will be an invaluable text for students studying and undertaking research in this area and will also provide a fascinating read for others who are interested in humanitarian logistics and want to know more. -- Dorothea Carvalho, Director Of Professional Development, Chartered Institute Of Logistics And Transport CILT The HLA is very pleased that [the book] has been written in a format that contains the valuable perspectives of a broad range of individuals who are so key to the success of the emerging humanitarian logistics sector. This is another important milestone in the journey to raise the profile of humanitarian logistics and its distinct role in supporting aid programmes and disaster response operations. -- George Fenton, Chairman, Humanitarian Logistics Association
This book offers a comprehensive look at the field of humanitarian logistics with perspectives provided by practitioners and academics from around the world. The book will be an invaluable text for students studying and undertaking research in this area and will also provide a fascinating read for others who are interested in humanitarian logistics and want to know more. -- Dorothea Carvalho, Director of Professional Development, Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport * CILT * The HLA is very pleased that [the book] has been written in a format that contains the valuable perspectives of a broad range of individuals who are so key to the success of the emerging humanitarian logistics sector. This is another important milestone in the journey to raise the profile of humanitarian logistics and its distinct role in supporting aid programmes and disaster response operations. -- George Fenton, Chairman, Humanitarian Logistics Association
Author Information
Professor Martin Christopher has worked in logistics education and research for 40 years and previously headed the department of Demand Chain Management for Cranfield University. Dr. Peter Tatham is a leading international researcher in the field of Humanitarian Logistics. He also teaches Defence Logistics at Cranfield University.
