Humanitarian Logistics: Meeting the Challenge of Preparing for and Responding to Disasters and Complex Emergencies

The book "Humanitarian Logistics" provides insights into how aid agencies can establish an agile supply chain that resists the chaos of a crisis and can cater to unknown needs. It offers cutting-edge research on complex problems such as vaccine distribution and natural disaster relief, and covers topics such as cash-based humanitarian logistics, sustainability, and logistics services for humanitarian relief. In recent years, global crises have emphasized the critical role of logistics in humanitarian response, making this book essential reading for anyone involved in managing supply networks during rapidly developing emergencies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 376 pages
Publication date: 03 December 2022
Publisher: Kogan Page Ltd

In the face of rapidly evolving emergencies, it becomes imperative for aid agencies to grasp the essential principles of establishing an agile supply chain that can withstand the tumultuous dynamics of a crisis and adapt to unforeseen needs. The fourth edition of Humanitarian Logistics, a comprehensive resource, brings together chapters from a diverse array of academics and practitioners, offering cutting-edge research on addressing complex challenges such as the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines and providing relief to victims of natural disasters.

New chapters in this edition delve into critical topics such as cash-based humanitarian logistics (HL) systems, sustainability in the HL context, and the provision of logistics services for humanitarian relief. Recognizing the pivotal role that logistics plays in humanitarian response, a growing number of global crises have underscored the urgent need to develop effective strategies for operating in confused and rapidly changing environments.

This book serves as a vital resource for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of managing supply networks during rapidly developing emergencies. By delving into the latest research, best practices, and case studies, it equips professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of humanitarian logistics and make a meaningful impact in times of crisis.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398607163
Edition number: 4 Revised edition