A Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management - Hardcover

Rushton, Alan; Oxley, John

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1850914435 ISBN 13: 9781850914433

Publisher: Kogan Page Ltd, 1989

Synopsis

Logistics and distribution management is undergoing significant change with a distinct move towards a more professional approach to planning and organization; hence the need for better-informed and qualified managers. This practical handbook covers all stages of the production process from raw materials through to the final distribution of the finished product; this being the working definition of logistics. It explores the distribution process by treating each of its components as a distinct management operation. The authors address the need to adopt a more global view of the different operations in order to understand how they interrelate and interact. Subjects covered include: concepts of logistics and distribution; customer service; warehousing and storage; transport; information and control systems; trends in logistics and distribution. Written in an accessible style with illustrations, this book is for logistics and distribution managers, warehouse managers, and students taking distribution-related degrees and diplomas or the professional examinations of the Chartered Institute of Transport (CIT) or the Institute of Logistics and Distribution Management (ILDM).

About this title

Review

"perfect..for students, or as a reference book for those working in logistics." -- Logistics and Transport Focus

"provides a description of the functions and elements related to logistics and distribution that can be applied to any country, with some attention to supply chain philosophy."
-- Book News Inc - May 2007

'This practical handbook is an invaluable reference tool for
companies concerned with issues in logistics and distribution
management...Contains practical information and easy-to-follow
explanations...Thoroughly up-to-date.'
-- Arab British Business

Book Description

This book covers all the major aspects of logistics today. I have used it extensively as part of my studies and would recommend anyone who is studying any logistics-related course to buy this book. It really is THE logistics handbook. Well worth the investment. Reader review

Adopted text for a number of transport and logistic courses and Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport certificates

Restructured and fully updated, incorporating information on the lated technological developments

Edition details

• Publisher: Kogan Page Ltd
• Publication date: 1989
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1850914435
• ISBN 13: 9781850914433
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 344