Introduction to Logistics (Third Edition) (Third Edition)

Author: Cui Jiehe
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: Logistics is a highly comprehensive, applied, systematic, and expansive science. The specific content of this book includes: basic theories of logistics, modern logistics concepts, logistics management, logistics technology and organization, and logistics system strategies. In terms of logistics forms, it introduces corporate logistics, urban logistics, national economy logistics, and international logistics, respectively. Regarding modern logistics technology, it covers container loading and unloading technology, international container multimodal transport technology, warehouse management system technology, automated warehouse technology, mechanical equipment technology for distribution operations, automatic guided vehicle technology, CPS, GIS technology, barcode and composite code technology, and automated storage technology, among others. In terms of the organization and management of modern logistics: global logistics, urban logistics systems, "third-party logistics," logistics outsourcing, logistics systems under e-commerce, lean logistics, JIT-compatible procurement and supply logistics, modern logistics centers and production and operation methods, distribution systems supported by high-technology, the layout and operation of distribution centers, virtual logistics, reverse logistics, supply chains and supply chain management, green logistics, and more.