Essentials of Supply Chain Management

This book provides a thorough introduction to the core principles of SCM and provides a thoughtprovoking analysis of supply chain innovation and technology. With chapters on the crucial elements of supply chain management and procurement, the book addresses logistics planning, logistics sourcing and outsourcing, inventory management, logistics functions, transportation functions, warehousing, the return of goods, on-demand planning, and customer service. It covers decision-making strategies on procurement using break-even analysis, the role of industry 4.0 software tools for sustainable supply chain management, how supply chain management affects the financial performance of businesses, the impact of transport system on firms, and more. It discusses SCM in different sectors, including manufacturing, hospitality, and healthcare. A special chapter also focuses on green supply chain management practices and the impact on businesses.