Principles of Supply Chain Management: A Balanced Approach (5th Edition)

Description:

Master the entire supply chain journey with the 5th Edition of this premier textbook. Unlike other texts that focus only on one area, this “balanced approach” provides equal depth into the four key pillars of the supply chain: Purchasing, Operations, Logistics, and Integration. It is an “easy-to-follow” guide for students who want to see the “big picture” of how products move from raw materials to the final consumer.

Why This Textbook is a Top Choice:

• Balanced Framework: Seamlessly connects the roles of buyers, operations managers, and logisticians.

• Real-World Focus: Packed with “Sourcing Decisions” and “Supply Chain Management in Action” cases featuring global companies like Amazon and Toyota.

• Modern Integration: Covers the latest trends in Supply Chain Sustainability, Digital Transformation, and Global Risk Management.

• Exam Ready: Includes end-of-chapter questions and problems that are excellent for test preparation.

Key Topics Covered:

• Purchasing: Supplier selection, evaluation, and global sourcing.

• Operations: Demand forecasting, inventory management, and Lean systems.

• Logistics: Domestic and international transportation, warehousing, and customer service.

• Integration: Creating seamless links between supply chain partners.

Key Specifications:

• ISBN-13: 9781337406499

• Authors: Joel D. Wisner, Keah-Choon Tan, G. Keong Leong

• Publisher: Cengage Learning

• Edition: 5th Edition

• Format: Physical Paperback