Handbook of Logistics & Distribution Management - Softcover

Rushton, Alan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0749405880 ISBN 13: 9780749405885

Publisher: Kogan Page

Synopsis

Now in its fourth edition, The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management covers the full scope of logistics and distribution, providing a broad strategic framework for planning as well as a clear and straightforward description of the basic functions and elements. This definitive handbook clearly explains: concepts of logistics and distribution; planning and logistics; procurement and inventory decisions; warehousing and storage; freight transport; operational management.
Fully revised and expanded with brand new chapters on supply chain segmentation, air transport, maritime transport and outsourcing, there is detailed discussion of the latest trends and issues that confront logistics. This book will help in logistics managers' quest to improve service and reduce cost, as well as keeping them aware of the many different facets of logistics and the supply chain. It should be of interest to practicing managers and supervisors, to candidates taking tests for the various professional institutes, and to students who are reading for degrees in logistics, distribution and supply chain management.

About this title

About the Author:

Alan Rushton is a Director of Dialog Consultants, and was formerly the Director of Graduate Programs at the Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Cranfield University. He is also a Chartered Fellow of the CILT.
Phil Croucher is Vice President-Supply Chain for Dalma Energy LLC, has a MSc in Logistics and Distribution Management from Cranfield University and is a Chartered Fellow of the CILT.
Dr. Peter Baker is Senior Lecturer at the Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Cranfield University and a Chartered Fellow of the CILT.

Review:

"This book does exactly what it says on the tin. It is perfect as a starting point for essay writing for student, or as a reference bok for those working in logistics."- Logistics and Transport Focus

"Now in its fourth edition, The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management provides invaluable technical information and is written in an accessible and informative manner. The new chapters on supply chain segmentation, air transport, maritime transport and outsourcing are a welcome addition. I would recommend this as one of the most readable books available for logistics and supply chain students and professionals around the world."- Dorthea Carvalho, Director of Professional Development, The Chartered Institute of Logists and Transport

"Intended, both as s reference for current logistics managers as well as a text for students, this updated edition includes new chapters on supply chain segmentation, air and marine transport, and the ever frequent decision to outsource.  The latter can take place in a variety of areas, grouped here into the categories of warehousing, transport, and value added services.  Although published in the UK and covering European Union legislation, most of the book is internationally applicable, treating standard issues of supply chain management."
-Eithne O'Leyne, BOOK NEWS, Inc.

About this edition

• Publisher: Kogan Page
• ISBN 10: 0749405880
• ISBN 13: 9780749405885
• Binding: Paperback