Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management: A Practitioner's Perspective

Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management provides an introduction to the key concepts and processes involved in managing a supply chain. The book is organized into four main sections: Plan, Source, Make, and Deliver and Return, which reflect the major stages of supply chain management. The Plan section includes an introduction to supply chain management, forecasting and demand planning, supply planning, and inventory management, providing the foundation for understanding how organizations prepare to meet customer demand. The Source section covers purchasing management, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management, focusing on acquiring the resources needed for operations. The Make section examines operations management, while the Deliver and Return section explores logistics through warehousing and transportation and concludes with supply chain management in the service industry. Together, these chapters provide a clear overview of the fundamental functions that make up an effective supply chain.