Business Logistics Management: Theory and Practice - Softcover

Linford, P; De Villiers, P

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0195780116 ISBN 13: 9780195780116

Publisher: OUP Southern Africa, 2002

Synopsis

The emphasis of this book is on the practical logistics operation and includes associated topics from the operation of a warehouse to the financial control of a facility. The practice of logistics is explained from within a business context so that students will be well grounded in theory and practice to enable them to function effectively and efficiently in the practical business environment. Themes such as project management, e-business and the financial aspects of logistics are integrated to provide the reader with a comprehensive overview of logistics and supply chain management. This unique text has been specifically written for smaller, developing markets such as those found in South Africa.

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About the Author

John Vogt is a consultant in logistics and supply chain management, based in Florida. Wessel Pienaar is Professor of Logistics and Head of the Department of Logistics at the University of Stellenbosch. Piet de Wit is Professor of Logistics Management in the Department of Business Management at the University of Pretoria.

Edition details

• Publisher: OUP Southern Africa
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0195780116
• ISBN 13: 9780195780116
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 544
• Editor: Vogt J, Pienaar, De Wit