- Learn from in-depth case studies which deliver insights and perspectives on current and emerging issues, trends and significant new areas of research
- Gain insights into a variety of topics including technology-related issues, setting and reviewing budgets, managing economic performance and managing costs
- Learn from first-hand experiences from subject matter experts in industry and academia regarding how to reach business objectives and overcome considerable obstacles
- Understand unique perspectives that demonstrate how leading organisations stay competitive across the globe in a variety of geographical contexts
- New to this edition: Covers hot new topics and vital new areas of research which will guide future strategies, as well as being edited by industry expert and highly respected academic, Richard Wilding
Supply Chains in Action
A Case Study Collection in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement and Operations Management
Learn from a rich compilation of case studies presenting key themes predicting future trends, illuminating issues that can be applied to practice, and providing a means for understanding important problems with greater clarity.
Key features at a glance
EAN: 9780749483708
Edition: 1
Published:
Format: 240x160
264 pages
About the book
Volume 2 of Logistics, Supply Chain and Procurement Case Study Collection contains new case studies tackling Supply Chain and Procurement issues, aiming to provide solutions affecting a range of different businesses. Comprehensive in scope and scrupulous in detail, this collection includes actual events experienced by businesses of every size, from SMB's to some of the most successful corporations in manufacturing, transportation, maritime and other industries. Readers will discover proven tactics and innovative solutions for handling uncertainties, solving problems and circumventing risk, plus a wealth of information to guide strategy and decision making.
Readers involved in logistics and supply chain management will find the Logistics, Supply Chain and Procurement Case Study Collection full of: immediate application of strategies and tactics to situations and challenges; valuable tools for testing management proficiency in crisis mitigation and resolution; independent learning modules and professional training programmes; expanded question-and-answer sections designed to measure knowledge transfer and lessons learned; engaging, topical situations highly relevant to the fields of logistics, supply chain management and operations. Students and prospective managers will learn crucial skills to meet current challenges, qualify for professional advancement and achieve success.
About the authors
Professor Richard Wilding OBE is recognised globally for his thought leadership in Logistics & Supply Chain Management. Richard is a highly acclaimed presenter and regularly speaks at Industrial Conferences and has undertaken lecture tours of Europe and Asia at the invitation of local Universities; Confederations of Industry.
As Chair (Full Professor) in Supply Chain Strategy at the Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Cranfield School of Management UK, Richard works with European and International companies on Logistics and Supply Chain projects in all sectors including pharmaceutical, retail, automotive, high technology, food, drink and professional services to name a few. He has published widely in the area of Supply Chain Management and is Editorial Advisor to a number of top journals in this area. He is currently Chair of CILT.
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