Essentials of Supply Chain Management

A practical and up-to-date text on contemporary supply chain management incorporating the revised SCOR model In the newly revised fifth edition of Essentials of Supply Chain Management, veteran supply chain expert Michael H. Hugos delivers an up-to-date exploration of supply chain operation, explains the issues and problems companies are most likely to face, and presents the solutions and techniques contemporary firms have used to solve those issues. In the book, you'll find field-tested supply chain innovation strategies backed by real-world examples and easy-to-follow case studies. You'll learn about the updated Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) Model and how it's used across industries as the standard diagnostic tool for supply chain management. In addition, you will find ideas for how to manage risk and improve resilience across the entirety of your organization's supply chain. An essential resource for operations and supply chain professionals, Essentials of Supply Chain Management is also an indispensable book for managers, executives, board members, and other business leaders at every level of companies searching for best practices in supply chain organization and management. This latest edition will cement the book's reputation as the gold standard in supply chain management texts.