Contemporary Logistics: International Edition (10e)

Paul R. Murphy,Jr.
Donald Wood
Title Contemporary Logistics: International Edition
Edition 10th
ISBN 9780132479035
ISBN 10 0132479036
Published 28/07/2010
Published by Pearson Higher Ed USA
Pages 336
Format Paperback
In stock
 
Total Price $138.95 Add to Cart
Description
For undergraduate and graduate Logistics courses.

Bring modern logistics theory to life.

By exploring modern logistics from a managerial perspective, this leading text brings theory to life with its timely, practical, and thorough coverage of the fundamentals of logistics in today’s dynamic global landscape.

The tenth edition reflects the latest technological and economic changes that have recently occurred in the business world.

Table of contents
Part I: An Overview of Logistics    
Chapter 1. Logistics and the Supply Chain
Chapter 2. Logistics and Information Technology   
Chapter 3. Strategic and Financial Logistics    
Chapter 4. Organizational and Managerial Issues in Logistics    
Part II: Supply Chain Management
Chapter 5. The Supply Chain Management Concept    
Chapter 6. Procurement    
Part III: Elements of Logistics Systems    
Chapter 7. Demand Management, Order Management, and Customer Service    
Chapter 8. Inventory Management    
Chapter 9. Distribution Center, Warehouse, and Plant Location    
Chapter 10. Warehouse Management     
Chapter 11. Packaging and Materials Handling    
Chapter 12. Transportation    
Chapter 13. Transportation Management    
Chapter 14. International Logistics    

New to this edition
NEW! Work with the most recent data:
  • Chapter 3: Strategic and Financial Logistics, which is new to this edition, reflects the increasing strategic and financial impact of the logistics discipline.
  • The new Part II:  Supply Chain Management organizes the supply chain information within one convenient location in the text.
  • Figures and Tables have been updated in this edition.
Features & benefits
For undergraduate and graduate Logistics courses.

Bring modern logistics theory to life.

By exploring modern logistics from a managerial perspective, this leading text brings theory to life with its timely, practical, and thorough coverage of the fundamentals of logistics in today’s dynamic global landscape.

The tenth edition reflects the latest technological and economic changes that have recently occurred in the business world.

NEW! Work with the most recent data:
  • Chapter 3: Strategic and Financial Logistics, which is new to this edition, reflects the increasing strategic and financial impact of the logistics discipline.
  • The new Part II:  Supply Chain Management organizes the supply chain information within one convenient location in the text.
  • Figures and Tables have been updated in this edition.

Focus on the fundamentals: Succinct and Thorough Coverage.
Contemporary Logistics equips readers with a solid foundation in the basics of logistics, while still covering supply chain management issues.

Bring chapter concepts to life: Real-World Topics.
This text offers a lively presentation packed with relevant, real-world examples that spark students’ interest and hold their attention. Along with its conversational writing style, the book continues to present the popular cartoon illustrations that spotlight the humorous side of logistics and supply chain management. Also, end-of-chapter cases are based on real business situations, and include national and international challenges.

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