Supply Chain Management: The management of the chain of supplies that delivers all those things you desire. The food on your plate did not get there by accident; it is there because of a supply chain. The device you are reading this on also made its way to you as the product of a supply chain. As long as humans desire products and services, supply chain management will be a vital function for any company interested in satisfying customers effectively and efficiently. This book walks you through the key terms and topics needed to understand the language of supply change management in the corporate environment. Primary topics covered include procurement, inventory management, logistics, operations, supply chain integration, waiting line management, global supply chain management, social responsibility, business processes, project management, measuring performance and quality management.
A well-crafted and engaging read that keeps you turning pages.
