Contemporary Logistics, Global Edition, 12th edition

Published by Pearson (September 27, 2017) © 2018

  • Paul R. Murphy
  • A Michael Knemeyer The Ohio State University
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For undergraduate and graduate courses in Logistics.

A market-leading text, Contemporary Logistics explores modern logistics from a managerial perspective. These are characterised by geopolitical tensions in parts of the world, steadily increasing trade, supply chain vulnerabilities caused by severe natural disasters, and an unabated pace of technological advancement. In it, readers see theory come to life through timely, practical, and exciting coverage of logistics fundamentals, and challenges and opportunities for logistics managers in today's dynamic global landscape. This edition provides the most up-to-date insights and perspectives sourced from reviewers, adopters, and other stakeholders.

Table of contents

  • Part I: An Overview of Logistics
  • An Overview of Logistics
  • Logistics and Information Technology
  • Strategic and Financial Logistics
  • Organizational and Managerial Issues in Logistics
  • Part II: Supply Chain Management
  • The Supply Chain Management Concept
  • Procurement
  • Part III: Elements of Logistics Systems
  • Demand Management, Ordered Management, and Customer Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Facility Location
  • Warehousing Management
  • Packaging and Materials Handling
  • Transportation
  • Transportation Management
  • International Logistics

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