Warehouse and distribution management

Author: Liu Yanping
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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: With the changes in the socio-economy, the importance of modern logistics in operation has become increasingly significant. Warehousing and distribution, as the main components of modern logistics, have a growing impact on the development of modern logistics and their role in socio-economic development. This book systematically elaborates on the basic theories, functions, and operational processes of each link in warehousing and distribution, including an introduction, procurement management, inventory management, commodity storage, types and models of distribution, distribution center management, management of warehousing and distribution facilities and equipment, modern warehousing and distribution technology and information systems, warehousing and distribution planning, performance management of warehousing and distribution, and domestic and international development practices and prospects in warehousing and distribution. The book is rich in content, well-structured, and emphasizes a close integration of theory and practice. It can serve as a teaching material for undergraduate and junior college logistics and related majors in higher education institutions, as well as a reference book for logistics training and self-study.