Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management
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Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management

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eBook - ePub

Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management

About this book

The new edition of the acclaimed textbook on Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management, offers a global scope and focus on both theory and practice

Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management equips students with the knowledge and tools to navigate today's complex, interconnected global markets. Covering both practical applications and strategic decision-making, this comprehensive textbook combines theory with real-world case studies to provide a thorough understanding of logistics systems and supply chain management (SCM) practices.

Designed to meet the needs of today's students and instructors, the fifth edition of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management offers a balanced and student-friendly presentation of both qualitative and quantitative content, emphasizing key concepts such as sustainability, supply chain vulnerabilities, and digital transformation. Covering both foundational principles and advanced topics, each chapter builds a robust framework for students to critically assess and improve supply chain operations. Throughout the text, the authors provide expert insights into the latest trends, emerging technologies, and global events, including the COVID-19 pandemic.

Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Fifth Edition, is an ideal textbook for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in logistics, supply chain management, and operations management in business, engineering, management, and international trade programs.

New to this Edition:

  • Expanded discussion of sustainability and ethical supply chain practices
  • In-depth analysis of supply chain vulnerability and risk management
  • Greater emphasis on reverse logistics and circular economy strategies
  • Enhanced focus on operations management, including real-world applications
  • New and revised case studies
  • Updated maps, data, charts, and flowcharts reflecting the latest industry trends
  • Increased coverage of digitalization, supply chain automation, and emerging technologies
  • New exercises, discussion questions, and practical activities for enhanced learning
  • Updated coverage of quantitative techniques and management science applications

Wiley Advantage:

  • Offers a thorough introduction to both practical and strategic aspects of global logistics and supply chain management
  • Provides a truly global perspective, examining logistics activities and challenges across multiple international contexts
  • Features nine in-depth case studies, including a detailed "Medical Devices Company" case study that runs through the entire book
  • Contains review questions, discussion prompts, and activities in each chapter to enhance student engagement and understanding
  • Utilizes boxed key information sections, practical examples, learning objectives, and numerous figures, diagrams, and flowcharts to simplify complex concepts
  • Includes a companion website with instructor resources, including teaching materials and additional case study support for enhanced course integration

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Yes, you can access Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management by John Mangan,Agustina Calatayud,Chandra Lalwani in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Business & Operations. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Information

Publisher
Wiley
Year
2025
Print ISBN
9781394262502
eBook ISBN
9781394262540
Edition
5
Subtopic
Operations

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. Dedication
  5. About the Authors
  6. Preface
  7. Acknowledgements
  8. Part One: Context and Key Principles
  9. Part Two: Transport and Logistics
  10. Part Three: Supply Chain Management
  11. Part Four: Analysis, Design and Improvement
  12. Pen Profiles
  13. Case Studies
  14. Glossary
  15. Index
  16. End User License Agreement