Alan Rushton – författare

Fully grasp the core principles of logistics, distribution management and the supply chain, in addition to emerging trends and the latest technologies, with this definitive guide that offers clear and straightforward explanations.The Handbook provides practitioners and students with a complete, step-by-step overview of the many different aspects of setting up, managing and optimizing supply chains. Designed to offer a full appreciation of how supply chains are planned and operated, it is structured logically and delves into topics in more clarity and detail than disparate collections of research papers. Integrating both strategic and tactical insights, this textbook is underpinned throughout by real-world data and worked examples that bring the concepts to life. The seventh edition offers:Updates and solutions designed to meet the challenges faced by those studying and working in the sectorNew coverage of future supply chain related technologies, including artificial intelligence, data analytics, digital twins and autonomous mobile robots and how these can be used to optimize operations and increase productivityOnline resources including lecture slides (tables, images and formulae from the text), acronyms and abbreviations and infographics.Written by an author team with extensive practical experience in some of the most challenging environments across the world, this seminal text is an invaluable resource for both practitioners and students, providing a useful desk reference for topics across the wide ranging and vitally important fields of logistics and the supply chain.

Learn how to plan, operate and optimize a supply chain that delivers maximum value.The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management is the definitive guide for students, operations leaders and logistics professionals who want to master strategy, planning and execution in todays fast-changing environment.Now in its eighth edition, this comprehensive resource blends strategic insight with step-by-step tactical guidance, supported by real-world data, flow charts and worked examples from the authors hands-on experience. It covers everything from setting up and managing supply chains to leveraging the latest technologies and driving sustainable performance.Youll learn how to:-Design and operate efficient, resilient and sustainable supply chains-Apply AI, data analytics and digital tools to optimize performance-Manage logistics networks, inventory, transport and distribution channels-Translate strategic goals into practical, measurable actionsFeaturing new insights into digital transformation, AI, blockchain and the future of sustainable operations, plus online resources including lecture slides, infographics and acronyms, this book equips readers to make smarter decisions, deliver results and strengthen their professional impact.Themes include: supply chain strategy, logistics optimization, distribution management, sustainable operations, AI in logistics, digital transformation