The Logistics and Supply Chain Toolkit

The Logistics and Supply Chain Toolkit provides practical, take-away tools for warehouse, inventory and transport managers to apply to the day-to-day challenges of logistics and supply chain management. This book offers applicable solutions to some of the most frequently encountered problems of the industry. The 2nd edition has been thoroughly revised to ensure that all research is updated to reflect the latest innovations in technology and processes. The tools have been revised to ensure the utmost relevance, and a collection of new tools has been added to ensure that the book is relevant and applicable in light of the most recent changes to the sector. The aim of The Logistics and Supply Chain Toolkit is to provide today's managers with a toolbox of practical ideas and information to help them in their day-to-day work. It explains a number of the major management tools and suggests areas within supply chain and logistics where they can be applied. The tools have been put into chapters, including supply chains, warehousing, transport and inventory. Electronic versions of many of the tools are available for download, once the book has been purchased. ""The Logistics and Supply Chain Toolkit, " second edition, is a well-researched, substantial reference book. Packed full of clear examples and with a very structured approach, this is an excellent practical guide into the understanding of logistics tools and how to apply them in the real world. It s a must-read for anyone who is involved in logistics and supply chain management."--Carole Verry "Consultant, France ""Section - 00: Introduction;Section - 01: Warehouse management tools and guides;Section - 02: Transport management tools;Section - 03: Inventory management tools;Section - 04: Supply chain management tools;Section - 05: Outsourcing tools;Section - 06: General management tools;Section - 07: Performance management tools;Section - 08: Financial management tools and ratios;Section - 09: Problem-solving tools;