Introduction to Logistics Management (Logistics and Supply Chain Management Series)

Author: Waters
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This book introduces logistics knowledge in a logical order, with a prominent feature being that all topics are interconnected, and all conclusions are not only sequential but also simultaneously derived. It provides a clear and effective pathway for complex material movement. Part 1 offers an overall introduction to logistics, defining key terms, discussing its role, objectives, importance, trends, and the general content of supply chain management, while describing how logistics has evolved into an independent and integrated function. Part 2 explores supply chain planning, beginning with the formulation of logistics strategies and then covering how to execute them. Important decisions include the structure of the supply chain and the location, quantity, and scale of facilities, guiding lower-level planning of the organization's activities and resources. As supply chains are constantly evolving, we also focus on methods for evaluating and improving logistics performance. Part 3 of this book focuses on specific logistics functions, including procurement, inventory management, warehousing, material handling, and international logistics. Overall, these chapters cover critical decision-making for all organizations. As an introductory textbook for the field of logistics, this book closely aligns with the latest trends in international logistics development. Starting from fundamental knowledge points, it not only comprehensively and thoroughly introduces various logistics terms and concepts but also details the basic logistics activities at each stage of corporate operations, thereby strengthening its foundational aspects. To make the book more accessible, the author intersperses numerous classic cases and real-life activities, introducing and explaining each calculation method through case studies, effectively helping readers grasp the strategy formulation and design methods of corporate logistics activities. Target Audience: Students majoring in logistics-related fields and professionals in logistics management.