The new edition of the acclaimed textbook on Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management, offers a global scope and focus on both theory and practice
Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management equips students with the knowledge and tools to navigate today’s complex, interconnected global markets. Covering both practical applications and strategic decision-making, this comprehensive textbook combines theory with real-world case studies to provide a thorough understanding of logistics systems and supply chain management (SCM) practices.
Designed to meet the needs of today’s students and instructors, the fifth edition of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management offers a balanced and student-friendly presentation of both qualitative and quantitative content, emphasizing key concepts such as sustainability, supply chain vulnerabilities, and digital transformation. Covering both foundational principles and advanced topics, each chapter builds a robust framework for students to critically assess and improve supply chain operations. Throughout the text, the authors provide expert insights into the latest trends, emerging technologies, and global events, including the COVID-19 pandemic.
Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Fifth Edition, is an ideal textbook for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in logistics, supply chain management, and operations management in business, engineering, management, and international trade programs.
New to this Edition:
- Expanded discussion of sustainability and ethical supply chain practices
- In-depth analysis of supply chain vulnerability and risk management
- Greater emphasis on reverse logistics and circular economy strategies
- Enhanced focus on operations management, including real-world applications
- New and revised case studies
- Updated maps, data, charts, and flowcharts reflecting the latest industry trends
- Increased coverage of digitalization, supply chain automation, and emerging technologies
- New exercises, discussion questions, and practical activities for enhanced learning
- Updated coverage of quantitative techniques and management science applications
Wiley Advantage:
- Offers a thorough introduction to both practical and strategic aspects of global logistics and supply chain management
- Provides a truly global perspective, examining logistics activities and challenges across multiple international contexts
- Features nine in-depth case studies, including a detailed “Medical Devices Company” case study that runs through the entire book
- Contains review questions, discussion prompts, and activities in each chapter to enhance student engagement and understanding
- Utilizes boxed key information sections, practical examples, learning objectives, and numerous figures, diagrams, and flowcharts to simplify complex concepts
- Includes a companion website with instructor resources, including teaching materials and additional case study support for enhanced course integration
Table of Contents
About the Authors ix
Preface xi
Acknowledgements xv
Map xvii
Part One - Context and Key Principles 1
1. Introduction 3
The Medical Devices Company 21
2. Trade 23
3. Manufacturing and Service Delivery 39
Part Two - Transport and Logistics 51
4. Inventory Management and Materials Handling 53
5. Transport 81
6. Logistics Service Providers 103
Part Three - Supply Chain Management 121
7. Supply Chain Strategy 123
8. Sustainability 147
9. Complexity and Vulnerability 165
Part Four - Analysis, Design and Improvement 181
10. Data Flows and Digitalisation 183
11. Analysis Techniques 199
12. Emerging Supply Chain Designs 209
Pen Profiles 219
Case Studies 227
The Lawnmower Company 229
The Fashion Supply Chain 233
Vulnerability, complexity and risk management in global livestock supply chains: The case of the MV Bahijah 235
Mass Customisation 243
Vietnam - An emerging global logistics hub 245
Future proofing our transport systems 253
Dry ports and empty container depots 255
Supply chains become self-thinking 259
Glossary G-1
Index I-1
