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OverviewFull Product DetailsAuthor: Donald WatersPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Imprint: Red Globe Press Edition: 2nd ed. 2008 Dimensions: Width: 18.90cm , Height: 3.00cm , Length: 24.60cm Weight: 1.045kg ISBN: 9780230200524ISBN 10: 0230200524 Pages: 384 Publication Date: 30 December 2008 Audience: College/higher education , Undergraduate , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly 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. Table of ContentsPARTI: INTRODUCTION The Context of Logistics Integrating the SC PARTII: PLANNING THE SUPPLY CHAIN Logistics Strategy Implementing the Strategy Locating Facilities Planning Resources Controlling Material Flow Measuring & Improving Performance PARTIII: ACTIVITIES IN THE SUPPLY CHAIN Procurement Inventory Management Warehousing & Material Handling Transport Global Logistics.Reviews'Supply Chain Management: An Introduction to Logistics is an essential introduction to the crucial aspects of logistics and supply chain management, supported by expertly written case studies.' - Government Opportunities Praise for the first edition: 'a well written text which is easy to understand and presented in a clear and succinct format. The book focuses on application throughout, with reference to companies, practical examples and questions.' -- Richard Crompton, University of Huddersfield, UK 'An interesting read with many good examples. The messages are kept simple and easy to follow. There is primarily a focus on important concepts which are well explained ! this has the making of an excellent introductory text.' -- Mark Teale, University of Lincoln, UK 'I was delighted to see the Table of Contents. A book I have been searching for! I like the approach, with a broad focus [and] the up-to-date focus is appreciated.' -- Martin Hoffen, Oxford Brookes University, UK 'There are very few books on this subject and none that I know which have this breadth of coverage.' -- Nigel Foot, Aston University, UK Author InformationDONALD WATERS was professor of Management at the University of Calgary, Canada. He has extensive experience of teaching and researching in the area of supply chain management and logistics. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |