Managing Logistics Systems: Planning and Analysis for a Successful Supply Chain

This textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to logistics, covering supply chain and logistics management, product distribution, and maintenance and support. It emphasizes the mutual interdependence of organizational functions and views the business as a system, managing logistics within it. Pedagogy is incorporated throughout, with chapter objectives, case studies, and concept checks. It is suitable for upper-level undergraduate and lower-level graduate students in business and engineering, as well as practitioners. Supplementary online resources include an instructors manual, PowerPoint slides, glossary, and test bank.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 294 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive textbook provides a broad and in-depth exploration of logistics, encompassing all activities throughout the product and service life cycle, including supply chain and logistics management, product distribution, and maintenance and support. Recognizing the interconnected nature of various organizational functions such as marketing, production, and finance, it emphasizes the holistic approach to logistics within the context of a total business system design process. The text adopts a systems perspective, viewing the business as a unified entity and managing logistics as an integral component to enhance its overall performance. Pedagogical features, including chapter objectives, case studies, and concept checks, are incorporated throughout to facilitate learning. Designed for upper-level undergraduate and lower-level graduate students in business and engineering, this text also serves as a valuable reference for practitioners actively involved in the day-to-day management of logistics and supply chain activities.

To enhance the learning experience, supplementary online resources are available, including an instructors manual, chapter-by-chapter PowerPoint slides, a glossary, and a test bank of exam questions. These resources provide additional guidance and support to students and practitioners alike.

By delving into the intricacies of logistics, this textbook equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the dynamic field of supply chain and logistics management. It fosters a comprehensive understanding of the interconnected processes, strategies, and technologies that drive efficiency, effectiveness, and customer satisfaction in today's global marketplace.

Weight: 560g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367653316