International Logistics
Author : Pierre David
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,12 MB
Release : 2021-06-21
Category :
ISBN : 9781736945643
International Logistics: Global Supply Chain Management
Author : Douglas Long
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group
Page : 1 pages
File Size : 28,4 MB
Release : 2003-08-31
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1402074530
Book Description
Students of logistics, transportation, and supply chain management, as well as international managers will find International Logistics: Global Supply Chain Management an essential reference for understanding how cargo is moved around the world. A comprehensive guide that includes the theory and practice of global supply chain management, International Logistics: Global Supply Chain Management uses current, real-world issues to make the material as relevant as possible, notwithstanding the fast-paced nature of this industry. Yet, the author also includes the theory and history of global supply chain management to provide a deeper understanding of the intricacies involved. International Logistics: Global Supply Chain Management is distinct in the following ways: A balanced approach between theoretical research and real-world practice, Cutting-edge, original graphics help explain concepts better than any current book, Instructor's Manual provided by the author upon request. Combined with pedagogical features and real-world case studies, International Logistics: Global Supply Chain Management is a must-have textbook for students of logistics, transportation, and supply chain management students, as well as a reference for international managers.
International Logistics Management
Author : Robert Chira
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 25,54 MB
Release : 2016-07-25
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1524632090
Book Description
The logistics developed by multinational companies consist of many mechanisms and processes. Understanding how they workas well as how different frameworks can result in an efficient system of logistics managementis no easy task. Robert Chira, a faculty member at Dimitrie Cantemir University in Bucharest, Romania, explains how logistics work in this textbook geared for students and businesspeople. Taking a step-by-step approach, he introduces readers to logistics, explains the importance of logistics in a business environment, and delves into integrated logistics. He also explores how globalization is affecting logistics management, how logistics can provide companies with a competitive advantage, how to implement the latest competitive strategies offered by financial institutions, and why customer service must be a key part of any strategy. Moreover, he provides examples of how companies in Romania have leveraged logistics management in different sectors to achieve lasting success. Unlike other textbooks on logistics, this one goes beyond theory to provide ways to improve logistics in order to accomplish performance objectives. Build a business built to last, and outperform competitors with the lessons in International Logistics Management.
Finance and Risk Management for International Logistics and the Supply Chain
Author : Stephen Gong
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 18,55 MB
Release : 2018-08-23
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0128138319
Book Description
Finance and Risk Management for International Logistics and the Supply Chain presents a detailed overview of financial and risk management tools, activity-based costing, and multi-criteria decision-making, providing comprehensive guidance for those researching and working in logistics and supply chain management. The book breaks new ground, combining the expertise of leading authorities to analyze and navigate the funding components for these critical transportation functions. As the international logistics and supply chain transportation fields have recently received heavy investments, this research and the theory behind it provide a timely update on risk management, finance and legal and environmental impacts. Users will find sections that address the wide-ranging issues related to this emerging field that are presented from an international and holistic perspective. - Provides a valuable reference covering the full slate of financial issues of interest to global players in the international transport, logistics and supply chain industries - Covers a truly international perspective, addressing a diverse variety of worldwide transport, logistics and supply chain contexts - Features finance and risk-management strategies related to the banking industry, exchange rates, fuel prices, climate-related funding, freight derivatives and legal aspects
Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Author : John Mangan
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 341 pages
File Size : 33,90 MB
Release : 2020-12-07
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1119702992
Book Description
Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a comprehensive, fully up-to-date introduction to the subject. Addressing both practical and strategic perspectives, this revised and updated fourth edition offers readers a balanced and integrated presentation of Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LSCM)concepts, practices, technologies, and applications. Contributions from experts in specific areas of LSCM provide readers with real-world insights on supply chain relationships, transport security, inventory management, supply chain designs, the challenges inherent to globalization and international trade, and more. The text examines how information, materials, products, and services flow across the public and private sectors and around the world. Detailed case studies highlight LSCM practices and strategies in a wide range of contexts, from humanitarian aid and pharmaceutical supply chains to semi-automated distribution centers and port and air cargo logistics. Examples of LSCM in global corporations such as Dell Computer and Jaguar Land Rover highlight the role of new and emerging technologies. This edition features new and expanded discussion of contemporary topics including sustainability, supply chain vulnerability, and reverse logistics, and places greater emphasis on operations management.
International Logistics and Supply Chain Outsourcing
Author : Alan Rushton
Publisher : Kogan Page Publishers
Page : 444 pages
File Size : 32,63 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780749448141
Book Description
Logistics and supply chain outsourcing is an area of constant growth, and global sourcing is now a competitive requirement. This text covers both strategic and operational aspects with observations and practical advice.
Handbook of Research on the Applications of International Transportation and Logistics for World Trade
Author : Ceyhun, Gökçe Çiçek
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 578 pages
File Size : 45,36 MB
Release : 2019-12-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1799813983
Book Description
In today’s developing world, international trade is a field that is rapidly growing. Within this economic market, traders need to implement new approaches in order to satisfy consumers’ rising demands. Due to the high level of competition, merchants have focused on developing new transportation and logistics strategies. In order to execute effective transportation tactics, decision makers need to know the fundamentals, current developments, and future trends of intercontinental transportation. The Handbook of Research on the Applications of International Transportation and Logistics for World Trade provides emerging research exploring the effective and productive solutions to global transportation and logistics by applying fundamental and in-depth knowledge together with current applications and future aspects. Featuring coverage on a broad range of topics such as international regulations, inventory management, and distribution networks, this book is ideally designed for logistics authorities, trading companies, logistics operators, transportation specialists, government officials, managers, policymakers, researchers, academicians, and students.
Global Supply Chain Management and International Logistics
Author : Alan E. Branch
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 187 pages
File Size : 50,11 MB
Release : 2008-12-19
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1134150962
Book Description
Until now, no book dedicated to international logistics and supply chain management had existed. Featuring numerous case studies and diagrams obtained from logistic operators, Branch‘s book remedies this oversight, and skilfully illustrates his ideas in practice.
Global Logistics
Author : James H. Bookbinder
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 14,75 MB
Release : 2012-06-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1441961313
Book Description
This book offers complete coverage of logistics, examining modes, general issues, logistics in specific regions, free-trade zones, innovations in international logistics, case studies and a look at the future.
Global Logistics
Author : Donald Waters
Publisher : Kogan Page Publishers
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 11,15 MB
Release : 2014-09-03
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0749471344
Book Description
The field of logistics continues to develop at a remarkable pace. Until recently, logistics was barely considered in long-term plans, but its strategic role is now recognised and lies at the heart of long-term plans in almost every business. Reasons for this change include: communications and information technology offer new opportunities; world trade grows; competition forces operations to adopt new practices and become evermore efficient; and the concern for the environment increases. Add to this the increased emphasis on consumer satisfaction, flexible operations and time compression, and it's clear that getting logistics right is important. This 7th edition of Global Logistics, edited by Stephen Rinsler and Donald Waters, has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the latest trends, best practices, and cutting-edge thinking on global logistics. It provides guidance on important topics, including agile supply chains, IT, sustainability and performance management, collaboration, outsourcing and humanitarian logistics. This edition of Global Logistics provides new chapters on supply chain trends and strategies, fulfilling customer needs, and supply chain vulnerability. There are also dedicated new chapters on China and Central and Eastern Europe to assess developments across the globe. This edition serves as a forum for acknowledged sector specialists to discuss key logistics issues and share their authoritative views. The new edition introduces new contributors, including leading thinkers from international universities and businesses. Global Logistics is an invaluable source of guidance and practical advice for students, managers and practitioners, who will find it an essential text that also includes online resources. Online resources available include a student manual with key learning outcomes for each chapter.
