Today's retail supply chains have become increasingly more complex, as the globalization of markets and the cost benefits associated with the outsourcing of production, have stretched the geographical boundaries of traditional logistics models. With this increase in complexity have come new technologies and logistics processes that have been proven successful in lowering costs, reducing cycle times, and increasing speed to market. With all the innovation and cost efficiencies that have been achieved over the last decade in the area of Supply Chain Management, many corporate executives are now tasked with finding new ideas and concepts in logistics that will help drive increased efficiencies in the years ahead. This book will utilize the knowledge and expertise of leading supply chain and retail professionals from around the world, to share today's successful supply chain management programs, and to provide insight on what new industry ideas are just around the corner. The book includes eleven chapters that will cover the latest programs, processes, and technologies found in international logistics today, as well as the concepts and ideas will be at the forefront of Supply Chain innovation in the decade ahead. Topics will include: China Postponement Strategy Multi Country Consolidation in China The Impact of Packaging Re-design on Supply Chain Cost Strategies for Greening the Supply Chain Supply Chain & Logistics IT Systems Supply Chain Security Strategy Contingency Planning Strategy China Domestic Distribution Origin Value Added Services in China Financial Levers in Supply Chain Management Using China as an International Distribution Hub Ocean Carrier Innovation in China
Author: Peter Levesque
ISBN: 9780470824535
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 289
Dimensions: 164 x 229
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