Learn how to plan, operate and optimize a supply chain that delivers maximum value.
The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management is the definitive guide for students, operations leaders and logistics professionals who want to master strategy, planning and execution in today's fast-changing environment.
Now in its eighth edition, this comprehensive resource blends strategic insight with step-by-step tactical guidance, supported by real-world data, flow charts and worked examples from the authors' hands-on experience. It covers everything from setting up and managing supply chains to leveraging the latest technologies and driving sustainable performance.
You'll learn how to:
- Design and operate efficient, resilient and sustainable supply chains
- Apply AI, data analytics and digital tools to optimize performance
- Manage logistics networks, inventory, transport and distribution channels
- Translate strategic goals into practical, measurable actions
Featuring new insights into digital transformation, AI, blockchain and the future of sustainable operations, plus online resources including lecture slides, infographics and acronyms, this book equips readers to make smarter decisions, deliver results and strengthen their professional impact.
Themes include: supply chain strategy, logistics optimization, distribution management, sustainable operations, AI in logistics, digital transformation
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Zielgruppe
Für höhere Schule und Studium
Für Beruf und Forschung
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Produkt-Hinweis
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Höhe: 234 mm
Breite: 156 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-3986-2512-9 (9781398625129)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Alan Rushton was a Director of Dialog Consultants and Director of Graduate Programmes at the Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Cranfield University.
Phil Croucher is an independent supply chain consultant and lecturer. He is based in Suffolk.
Peter Baker worked in international freight forwarding and then as a consultant. He is a Visiting Fellow at Cranfield University.
Ioannis Koliousis is an Associate Professor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Cranfield School of Management. He is the Director of the Executive MBA and Director of Executive Development for Supply Chain Management.
Section - ONE: Concepts of Logistics and Distribution;
Chapter - 01: Introduction to Logistics and Distribution;
Chapter - 02: Integrated Logistics and the Supply Chain;
Chapter - 03: Customer Service and Logistics;
Chapter - 04: Channels of Distribution;
Chapter - 05: Key Issues and Challenges for Logistics;
Section - TWO: Planning for Logistics;
Chapter - 06: Planning Framework for Logistics;
Chapter - 07: Logistics Processes;
Chapter - 08: Supply Chain Segmentation;
Chapter - 09: Logistics Costs and Trade-Offs;
Chapter - 10: Logistics Network Planning;
Chapter - 11: Logistics Management and Organisation;
Chapter - 12: Omnichannel Fulfilment;
Chapter - 13: Manufacturing Logistics;
Section - THREE: Procurement, Inventory and Demand Forecasting;
Chapter - 14: Procurement and Supply;
Chapter - 15: Inventory - The Basic Concepts;
Chapter - 16: Inventory and the Supply Chain;
Chapter - 17: Inventory Planning and Demand Forecasting;
Section - FOUR: Warehousing and Storage;
Chapter - 18: Principles of Warehousing;
Chapter - 19: Storage and Handling Systems (Palletised);
Chapter - 20: Storage and Handling Systems (Non-Palletised);
Chapter - 21: Order Picking and Packing;
Chapter - 22: Receiving and Despatch;
Chapter - 23: Warehouse Design;
Chapter - 24: Warehouse Management and Information;
Section - FIVE: Freight Transport;
Chapter - 25: International Logistics - Modal Choice;
Chapter - 26: Maritime Transport;
Chapter - 27: Air Transport;
Chapter - 28: Rail and Intermodal Transport;
Chapter - 29: Road Freight Transport - Vehicle Selection;
Chapter - 30: Road Freight Transport - Vehicle Costing;
Chapter - 31: Road Freight Transport - Planning and Resourcing;
Chapter - 32: Road Freight Transport - Vehicle Routeing & Scheduling;
Chapter - 33: International Freight Forwarding;
Section - SIX: Outsourcing Logistics;
Chapter - 34: Outsourcing - Operations & Services;
Chapter - 35: Outsourcing - Decision Criteria;
Chapter - 36: Outsourcing - The Selection Process;
Chapter - 37: Outsourcing Management;
Section - SEVEN: Operational Management;
Chapter - 38: Cost and Performance Monitoring;
Chapter - 39: Benchmarking;
Chapter - 40: AI, Blockchains, Digital Twins and the digitalisation of Supply Chain;
Chapter - 41: Security and Safety;
Chapter - 42: Sustainable Logistics;
Chapter - 43: Humanitarian and Disaster Logistics
