Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Logistics Management is that part of Supply Chain Management which plans, implements and controls the flow and storage of goods, services and related information between the point of origin and the point of consumption. Beginning with a discussion on the concept of logistics management, its functions and its objectives, this introductory text contains detailed chapters on various components of logistics chain—rail, road, air and water transport, and also discusses the aspects such as packaging, warehousing, distribution, etc., covering the relevant theories, models, and practices with examples and illustrations in the global context. Key issues, challenges and problems related to logistics management are also discussed in the book alongwith the use of computer software for logistics automation. It includes an exhaustive glossary of technical terms.