Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning and Operation

By Clark Hiddleston

A supply chain comprises individuals, organizations, information, resources, and activities engaged in the transfer of services and products from suppliers to customers. Its activities involve converting raw materials, natural resources, and components into a finished product delivered to the customer. The management of the movement of goods and services is integral to supply chain management. This encompasses the design, control, planning, execution, and monitoring of various supply chain activities. The overarching goal is to generate net value and harmonize the supply with demand. Supply chain management integrates diverse fields including operations management, logistics, systems engineering, information technology, marketing and industrial engineering. This book is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the theory and practice of supply chain management. While understanding the long-term perspectives of the topics, the book makes an effort in highlighting their impact as a modern tool for the growth of the discipline. It will provide comprehensive knowledge to the readers.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FH66NPB5
• ISBN13: 9798888361726
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Larsen and Keller Education
• Length: 237 Pages