Smart and Sustainable Supply Chain and Logistics - Challenges, Methods and Best Practices: Volume 2

The application of artificial intelligence methods and digitalization of processes in a supply chain contributes to a more seamless flow of materials and information. The pandemic has put pressure on companies to improve operations, and the Sustainable Development Goals emphasize reducing carbon dioxide emissions and implementing a more resource-efficient business model. Integration of physical and cyber systems is necessary to achieve environmentally friendly, efficient logistics and supply chain operations. This book discusses sustainability and integration of physical and information flow in supply chain, with case studies from business practice.

Format: Hardback
Length: 282 pages
Publication date: 26 January 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

The integration of artificial intelligence methods and the growing digitalization of supply chain processes play a pivotal role in enhancing the seamless flow of materials and information. The disruptions caused by the global supply chain during the pandemic have underscored the urgent need for companies to enhance their existing operations. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have placed significant pressure on both local and global markets to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and adopt a more resource-efficient business model. To achieve more environmentally friendly and efficient logistics and supply chain operations, the integration of physical and cyber systems is essential.

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of contemporary sustainability issues and the integration of physical and information flow within supply chains. Within its chapters, esteemed authors delve into innovative qualitative and qualitative theoretical methods, models, and present case studies drawn from real-world business practices. This book serves as a valuable resource for academics, Ph.D. students, and practitioners seeking to expand their expertise in the field of logistics and supply chain management.

The application of artificial intelligence methods and the increasing digitalization of the processes in a supply chain contribute the more seamless flow of materials and information. The disturbances in global supply chain during pandemic put pressure on companies to improve the existing operations. The Sustainable Development Goals put pressure on local and global markets to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and to implement a more resource-efficient business model. Integration of physical and cyber systems is necessary to achieve more environmentally friendly,efficient logistics and supply chain operations. This book presents the contemporary issues of sustainability and integration of physical and information flow in supply chain. In the individual chapters,the authors discuss new qualitative and qualitative theoretic methods,models and present case studies from business practice. This book might be a valuable source of knowledge for the academics,PhD students and practitioners to deepen their knowledge in the field of logistics and SCM.

Weight: 606g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031154119
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023