Physical Distribution Systems
Alan McKinnon(Author)
Cengage Learning EMEA (Publisher)
Published on 6. April 1989
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-0-415-03028-1 (ISBN)
Description
Physical distribution is an essential customer service, a major growth area in the economy, and subject to a rapid rate of change. With this study the author provides a detailed insight into the planning and operation of distribution systems. This book should be of interest to lecturers and students of business studies, marketing, economics, geography, operations research and transport. Also transport managers.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Product notice
Paperback (UK-trade)
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 138 mm
Weight
420 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-415-03028-1 (9780415030281)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
1. Introduction 2. Marketing Channels 3. Physical Distribution Channels 4. Pattern of Stockholding 5. Depot Location 6. Choice of Transport Mode 7. The Routeing of Flows 8. International Distribution 9. Environmental Impact 10. Future Developments in Physical Distribution.