This book describes in clear and concise terms the fundamentals of Supply Chain Management. It explains why in the near future real competition is going to be between supply chains and what
consequences will be. Managers and decision-makers will be able to build on their company’s competitive advantage with the essentials provided in this book. Here the focus is on what they
really need to know about processes in procurement, manufacturing, warehousing and logistics. Besides a wealth of illustrations and examples, valuable suggestions for further reading are
included. The book provides essential insights into how to analyze and evaluate supply chain based on key aspects from research and practice, helping readers to initiate their own optimization
processes.
