Transportation Management: Fudan Excellence · 21st Century Logistics Management Series Textbooks

Author: Liu Xiaohui
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Publish Date: 2005-10-01
Features: Jointly written by more than ten universities with distinctive characteristics and strong capabilities in logistics programs, such as Fudan University, Shanghai Second Polytechnic University, Shanghai International Business College, and Suzhou Industrial Park Vocational and Technical College. The contributors are all outstanding teachers and experts from teaching, research, and practical work lines. Closely the practical aspects of the modern logistics field, emphasizing the cultivation of operational skills, and reflecting the latest practical knowledge and operational techniques in this profession. It includes both the elaboration of advanced Western logistics management theories and case studies of successful practices in various fields of domestic logistics management. The design of the writing style is innovative, arranging each chapter with learning guidance, main text, exercises, and case discussions, making it convenient for teaching.
Since the 21st century, the rapid development of modern logistics has had a significant impact on production, circulation, and consumption. However, for modern logistics, the most important part remains the ancient industry—transportation—though its structure and functions under modern logistics services have changed dramatically. Taking the supply chain as an example, transportation under the concept of modern logistics extends from raw material production almost to after-sales service in the consumption field, forming an unbroken connection. This greatly expands and strengthens the function of transportation. Based on this background, the authors wrote this book.
When writing the textbook, we strive to keep the theory concise and highlight the practical operational processes. The book has a complete structure, divided into four parts: Introduction, Transportation Practice, Container Transportation and International Multimodal Transport, and Carrier Management. It includes both necessary theoretical analysis and extensive case studies and post-class exercises. This book can be used as a teaching material for higher vocational education and practical undergraduate logistics programs in China, as well as a reference for transportation industry managers at all levels and for professional training or self-study.