Modern logistics management

Author: Huang Zhongding, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2005-03-01
Features: Jointly written by more than ten universities with distinctive characteristics and strong teaching strengths in logistics, including Shanghai Second Polytechnic University, Shanghai International Business University, and Suzhou Industrial Park Vocational and Technical College; contributors are all excellent teachers and experts from the frontline of education, teaching, research, and practical work; closely integrated with current logistics practices, emphasizing the cultivation of operational skills, and reflecting the latest practical knowledge and operational techniques in this profession; includes both the elaboration of advanced Western logistics management theories and practical case studies and successful examples in various fields of domestic logistics management; the design of the textbook format is innovative, arranging each chapter with learning guidance, main text, exercises, and case discussions, facilitating teaching. This textbook covers the basic theories and main functions of modern logistics management, specifically including 14 aspects such as: the basic concepts of logistics, logistics systems, types of logistics, packaging, loading and unloading, transportation management, warehousing and storage, value-added processing, distribution and distribution centers, logistics organization management, logistics quality management, logistics information management, logistics cost management, and supply chain management. This textbook closely integrates with current logistics practices, emphasizing the cultivation of operational skills and effectively reflecting the latest practical knowledge and operational techniques of modern logistics management, with innovative textbook formats. It is suitable as a teaching material for logistics and related majors in applied technology universities, as well as for training and self-study for logistics professionals.