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Forthcoming: Logistics and Distribution in Cyberlibris

The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management, Alan Rushton, Phil Croucher and Peter Bakker, Kogan Page

Appealing to students, newly appointed managers and experienced practitioners alike, this definitive text explains the nuts and bolts of the modern logistics and distribution world in plain language.

Richly illustrated throughout, the third edition of this popular handbook has been completely restructured and fully revised to include the most up-to-date information. Essential areas such as manufacturing logistics, integrated logistics, process design and home delivery have been re-visited to provide an in-depth, thorough understanding.

There is a new chapter on receiving and despatch within the Warehouse and Storage section, as well as an explanation of new technologies in surrounding chapters such as radio frequency indentification (RFID), voice technology, satellite crane systems and dynamic pick systems. Together with additional information and examples of warehouse design, The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management is an invaluable guide for distribution, logistics and supply-chain managers, as well as students taking logistics-related degrees and professional qualifications.

                                                                                                                    What they say about the book:

“This book does exactly what it says on the tin – or in this case, on the cover. It is a handbook for logistics and distribution management and is perfect as a starting point for essay writing for students, or as a reference book for those working in logistics…The book gives a broad overview of logistics and distribution management and discusses a wide range of subjects from customer service and logistics to manufacturing and materials management, from inventory planning to storage and handling systems, and from vehicle selection to security and safety in distribution.” Logistics and Transport Focus

About the authors:

Alan Rushton is Director of Graduate Programmes at the Centre for Logistics and Transportation, Cranfield School of Management, and a director of Dialog Consultants Ltd, a consultancy specializing in distribution, logistics and supply-chain management. He is a Chartered Fellow of the Institute of Logistics and Transport.

 Peter Baker is a Lecturer at the Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Cranfield University. His previous industrial experience includes undertaking over 70 consultancy projects in the Supply Chain Division of Deloitte Counsulting. He is a Chartered Member of the CILT.

                                                            

 

Forthcoming in Cyberlibris: Global Logistics Management

Global Logistics Management, A Competitive Advantage for the 21st Century, Kent Gourdin (College of Charleston), Blackwell Publishing, 2006

This second edition of Global Logistics Management has been thoroughly revised and updated, and new examples have been added reflecting recent developments in the field. This new edition:

• Helps readers to understand and appreciate the power of managing logistics for profit and competitive advantage
• Educates readers about the nature of individual logistics activities and how they can be woven together
• Contains a global focus throughout, with examples drawn from various parts of the world
• Has been thoroughly revised and updated throughout to keep it current
• Now includes new examples reflecting recent developments and current preoccupations, including security and global instability.

Visit the accompanying website at www.blackwellpublishing.com/gourdin to download PowerPoint slides to supplement the book.

About the author:

Kent N. Gourdin is Director of the Global Logistics and Transportation Program in the School of Business and Economics at the College of Charleston. He also holds the Henry Tecklenburg Chair in Intermodal Transportation.