Managing Supply Chains 9e

A Logistics Approach, International Edition John J. Coyle, Pennsylvania State University C. John Langley, Jr., Pennsylvania State University Robert A. Novack, Pennsylvania State University Brian J. Gibson, Auburn University 720pp Published by Cengage Learning, ©2013 Available Now £60.99

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MANAGING SUPPLY CHAINS: A LOGISTICS APPROACH, 9E, International Edition refined its focus on the supply chain approach by blending logistics theory with practical applications.
Each chapter opens with "Supply Chain Profiles" vignettes introducing students to real-world companies, people, and events. New and updated "On the Line" boxed features are applied examples providing students with hands-on managerial experience of the chapter's topics. "Supply Chain Technology" boxes appear throughout the text, helping students relate technological developments to supply chain management concepts and logistics practices while taking in consideration global changes. Short Cases at the end of each chapter are updated and build on what students have learned in the chapter.

Features

• MANAGING SUPPLY CHAINS: A LOGISTICS APPROACH, 9E, International Edition refined its focus on the supply chain approach, one of the latest developments in logistics management.
• "Supply Chain Profiles" vignettes at the beginning of each chapter that introduce topics to students using familiar real-world companies, people, and events.
• Practical applications of supply chain management are provided using new and updated "On the Line" boxed featuring hands-on managerial experience of the chapter''s topics.
• Short Cases at the end of each chapter helps students build their knowledge by applying the principles learned in the chapter.

Part I.
1. Supply Chain Management: An overview.
2. Role of Logistics in Supply Chain.
Part II.
3. Global Dimensions of Supply Chains.
4. Supply Chain Relationships.
5. Supply Chain Performance Measurement and Financial Analysis.
6. Supply Chain Technology – Managing Information Flows.
Part III.
7. Demand Management.
8. Order Management and Customer Service.
9. Managing Inventory in the Supply Chain.
10. Transportation – Managing the Flow of the Supply Chain.
11. Distribution – Managing Fulfillment Operations.
Part IV.
12. Supply Chain Network Analysis and Design.
13. Sourcing Materials and Services.
14. Operations – Producing Goods and Services.
15. Managing Reverse Flows in the Supply Chain.
16. Strategic Challenges and Change for Supply Chains.

• Updated "Supply Chain Profiles" vignettes at the beginning of each chapter introduce familiar real-world companies, people, and events.
• Revised and expanded "Supply Chain Technology" boxes throughout the text relate technological developments to supply chain management concepts and logistics practice with a deeper global view relative to the fast changing business environment.
• Chapter 10 is updated to include the latest transportation strategies and current data on transportation spending, performance, and modal splits.
• Chapter 15 introduces a sustainable approach to Supply Chain Management and the benefits of a low impact business practice in greater detail.
• Chapter 16 highlights contemporary changes and trends in the supply chain and logistics environments, and discusses major areas of priority for the future.

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John J. Coyle
John J. Coyle is currently Director of Corporate Relations for the Center for Supply Chain Research and Professor Emeritus of Logistics and Supply Chain Management in the Smeal College of Business at Penn State University. He holds a B.S. and M.S from Penn State, and earned his doctorate from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, where he was a U.S. Steel Fellow. He joined the Penn State faculty in 1961, and attained the rank of Full Professor in 1967. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he has served in a number of administrative positions including: Department Head, Assistant Dean, Senior Associate Dean. Special Assistant for Strategic Planning to the University President, and Executive Director of the Center for Supply Chain Research. He also served as Penn State's Faculty Representative to the NCAA for 30 years and to the Big Ten for ten years. Dr. Coyle was the Editor of the Journal of Business Logistics form 1990 to 1996. He has authored or co-authored 20 books or monographs and numerous articles in professional journals. He has received 14 awards at Penn State for teaching excellence and advising. In addition, he received the Council of Logistics Management's Distinguished Service Award in 1991; the Philadelphia Traffic Club's Person of the Year Award in 2003; the Eccles Medal from the International Society of Logistics for his contributions to the Department of Defense and the Lion's Paw Medal from Penn State for Distinguished Service, both in 2004. Dr. Coyle currently serves on the Boards of three logistics and supply chain service companies, the Advisory Board of the NLDC and continues to be active in teaching in the Executive Education Programs at Penn State.

C. John Langley, Jr.
John Langley, Professor of Supply Chain Management and Director of Supply Chain Executive Programs at the Georgia Institute of Technology, is actively involved in supply chain management and business logistics. His professional involvement includes supply chain strategy, supply chain relationships, and outsourcing of logistics services. Dr. Langley received a BS degree in mathematics, an MBA degree in finance, and a PhD degree in logistics management, all from Penn State University. Dr. Langley has coauthored numerous books and is a consultant and advisor to business firms and serves on the board of directors of UTi Worldwide Inc., Forward Air Corporation, and Averitt Express, Inc.

Robert A. Novack
Robert Novack, associate professor of supply chain management in the Department of Supply Chain and Information Systems at Penn State University, shares his experience in operations management, planning and transportation. He has published numerous articles and is active in the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals. Dr. Novak earned a BS degree and an MBA in logistics from Penn State University and a Ph.D. in logistics from the University of Tennessee.

Brian J. Gibson
Brian Gibson, professor of Supply Chain Management Auburn University, is engaged in executive education and consulting, as well as leadership roles for the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals and the Retail Industry Leaders Association. Dr. Gibson earned a BSBA from Central Michigan University, an MBA from Wayne State University, and a PhD in logistics and transportation from the University of Tennessee. He has received multiple awards for excellence in teaching, research, and outreach.