
- 368 pages
- English
- PDF
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
Like no other text on the subject, Supply Chain Management: A Global Perspective provides a balanced and integrated perspective of both the foundational principles and pragmatic, business-oriented functions of SCM. Highlighting the holistic and interconnected nature of SCM, this comprehensive volume addresses supply chain strategy, design, planning, controlling, management and more. The text features numerous real-world business examples that illustrate SCM best practices while helping students understand the complexities of SCM decision making.
Now in its third edition, this well-respected text provides a global focus, cross-functional approach, and strong pedagogy. Clear, student-friendly chapters contain discussion questions, case studies, and examples designed to develop managerial thinking, explore key managerial issues, and bring difficult concepts to life. Detailed yet accessible coverage of topics including operations management, sourcing, logistics, forecasting, demand planning, and sustainable supply chain management offers a realistic practitioner's view of SCM in the contemporary business landscape.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- Preface
- Chapter 1 Introduction to Supply Chain Management
- Chapter 2 Supply Chain Strategy
- Chapter 3 Network and System Design
- Chapter 4 Marketing
- Chapter 5 Operations Management
- Chapter 6 Sourcing
- Chapter 7 Logistics
- Chapter 8 Forecasting and Demand Planning
- Chapter 9 Inventory Management
- Chapter 10 Lean Systems and Six-Sigma Quality
- Chapter 11 Supply Chain Relationship Management
- Chapter 12 Global Supply Chain Management
- Chapter 13 Sustainable Supply Chain Management
- Appendix: The Standard Normal Distribution
- Glossary
- Index
- EULA