For undergraduate/graduate-level courses in Logistics, Logistics Channels, Physical Distribution, Materials Management, and Supply Chain Management. Using real-world case studies, this exploration describes the entire supply channel system - from inbound movement of freight through materials management to physical distribution to customers.

For undergraduate/graduate-level courses in Logistics. This leading text is known for exploring contemporary logistics from a managerial perspective. The fundamentals of modern logistics are covered, but what sets this book apart is how it brings theory to life via timely real-world examples, cases, and illustrations that appear throughout.

I. OVERVIEW OF LOGISTICS.
1. Logistics and the Supply Chain. Appendix: Logistics Professional Organizations.
2. The Supply-Chain Concept.
3. Logistics and Information Technology.
II. ELEMENTS OF LOGISTICS SYSTEMS.
4. Order Management and Customer Service.
5. Protective Packaging and Materials Handling.
6. The Domestic Transportation System.
7. Industrial Transportation Management.
8. Distribution Center, Warehouse, and Plant Location.
9. Inventory Management.
10. Warehousing Management.
11. Supply Management.
12. International Logistics.
III. ANALYZING, DESIGNING, AND IMPLEMENTING A LOGISTICS SYSTEM.
13. Logistics Systems Controls.
14. Logistics Systems: Analysis, Design and Integration.
15. Supply-Chain: Future Directions.
Glossary.
Subject Index.
Name Index.