The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management

The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management provides the tools for analysing the strategic, tactical and operational options of logistics and supply chain. Providing practical context, this latest edition is ideal for new students to the field, and provides examples, real-world data and re [...]
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The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management provides the tools for analysing the strategic, tactical and operational options of logistics and supply chain. Providing practical context, this latest edition is ideal for new students to the field, and provides examples, real-world data and real-life application of theories. This fully revised 6th edition of The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management provides in-depth coverage of supply chain strategy and practical logistics and distribution to address the increase pressure put on companies (as a result of globalisation and competition) to look at how supply chains ass strategic value. To address changes in the industry due to an increased use of technology, intermodal shipping and outsourcing, The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management includes new chapters on logistics costs and trade-offs, inventory planning and forecasting, and international freight forwarding. This edition also includes online resources.