Contemporary Logistics
United States Edition
9th Edition
Published on 2. August 2007
Book
Hardback
432 pages
978-0-13-156207-3 (ISBN)
Description
Exploring modern logistics from a managerial perspective, this leading text brings theory to life with its timely, practical, and thorough coverage of the fundamentals of logistics in today's dynamic global landscape.
Much has changed in the marketplace since the last edition of this widely popular text. Today's business environment - which is influenced by the 2001 terrorist attacks, the lightning speed of advances in technology, increasing globalization of commerce, and other events - offers unique challenges and opportunities for logistics managers. Contemporary Logistics, 9e ensures your students are well prepared. Packed with the latest theory, solid fundamentals, and countless real-world examples, this market leader delivers comprehensive coverage in a lively presentation that reflects the fun and excitement of the logistics discipline.
Much has changed in the marketplace since the last edition of this widely popular text. Today's business environment - which is influenced by the 2001 terrorist attacks, the lightning speed of advances in technology, increasing globalization of commerce, and other events - offers unique challenges and opportunities for logistics managers. Contemporary Logistics, 9e ensures your students are well prepared. Packed with the latest theory, solid fundamentals, and countless real-world examples, this market leader delivers comprehensive coverage in a lively presentation that reflects the fun and excitement of the logistics discipline.
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Edition
9th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Width: 244 mm
Thickness: 21 mm
Weight
856 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-13-156207-3 (9780131562073)
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Paul R. Murphy,Jr. | Donald Wood
Contemporary Logistics
Book
09/2010
10th Edition
Pearson
€181.03
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Previous edition
Book
08/2003
8th Edition
Pearson
€99.19
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Content
PART 1 Overview of Logistics
CHAPTER 1 Logistics and the Supply Chain
CHAPTER 2 The Supply Chain Management Concept
CHAPTER 3 Logistics and Information Technology
CHAPTER 4 Demand Management, Order Management and Customer Service
CHAPTER 5 Protective Packaging and Materials Handling
CHAPTER 6 Transportation
CHAPTER 7 Transportation Management
CHAPTER 8 Distribution Center, Warehouse, and Plant Location
CHAPTER 9 Inventory Management
CHAPTER 10 Warehousing Management
CHAPTER 11 Procurement
CHAPTER 12 International Logistics
CHAPTER 13 Logistics Systems Controls
CHAPTER 14 Organizing and Analyzing Logistics Systems
CHAPTER 1 Logistics and the Supply Chain
CHAPTER 2 The Supply Chain Management Concept
CHAPTER 3 Logistics and Information Technology
CHAPTER 4 Demand Management, Order Management and Customer Service
CHAPTER 5 Protective Packaging and Materials Handling
CHAPTER 6 Transportation
CHAPTER 7 Transportation Management
CHAPTER 8 Distribution Center, Warehouse, and Plant Location
CHAPTER 9 Inventory Management
CHAPTER 10 Warehousing Management
CHAPTER 11 Procurement
CHAPTER 12 International Logistics
CHAPTER 13 Logistics Systems Controls
CHAPTER 14 Organizing and Analyzing Logistics Systems