"This practical guide describes how the supply chain operates and discusses the issues and techniques that are relevant for companies seeking to improve the management of their supply chains. This easy-to-use guide contains tips and techniques for maximizing supply chain innovation strategies,...

"The bestselling guide to the field, updated with the latest innovations Essentials of Supply Chain Management is the definitive guide to the field, providing both broad coverage and necessary detail from a practical, real-world perspective. From clear explanation of fundamental concepts to...

Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright -- Contents -- Preface -- Chapter 1: Key Concepts of Supply Chain Management -- Nothing Entirely New . . . Just a Significant Evolution -- How the Supply Chain Works -- Production -- Inventory -- Location -- Transportation -- Information -- The Evolving...

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