Supply Chain Logistics Management

The Fourth Edition of Supply Chain Logistics Managementpresents Logistics in the context of integration within a firm's Supply Chain Strategy and Operations. The framework of Supply Chain Management is initially presented thereby creating a foundation for in-depth study of the five logistics operational components in Part Two. Challenges and strategies related to design and operational integration of logistics within a global supply chain are discussed in Part three. Part Four focuses on administrative challenges related to cross organizational collaboration, performance measurement, and concludes with the challenges of managing risk and achieving sustainability. An essential feature of the overall presentation is the integration of topical materials and examples into the Supply Chain Logistics value creation process. Text materials are supported by study and challenge questions as well as contemporary cases. The overall presentation integrates the discussion of information technology throughout the text. Illustrations and examples highlight how firm's deal with operational challenges and use logistics performance to gain competitive advantage.

PART ONE – SUPPLY CHAIN LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT

Chapter 1 21st Century Supply Chains

Chapter 2 Logistics

Chapter 3 Customer Relationship Management

Chapter 4 Procurement

Chapter 5 Manufacturing

Chapter 6 Integrated Operations Planning

PART TWO – SUPPLY CHAIN LOGISTICS COMPONENTS

Chapter 7 Inventory

Chapter 8 Transportation Infrastructure

Chapter 9 Warehousing

Chapter 10 Packaging and Handling

PART THREE – SUPPLY CHAIN LOGISTICS DESIGN AND OPERATIONS

Chapter 11 Global Supply Chains

Chapter 12 Network Design

Chapter 13 Operations Analysis

PART FOUR – SUPPLY CHAIN LOGISTICS ADMINISTRATION

Chapter 14 Collaboration

Chapter 15 Performance Measurement

Chapter 16 Risk and Sustainability