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Tackling the logistical, planning, and managerial challenges that companies face, the third edition of this bestselling reference addresses the increased importance of strategy issues in various fields. While retaining many elements of the previous editions, Integral Logistics Management: Operations and Supply Chain Management in Comprehensive Value-Added Networks, Third Edition incorporates several novel developments.
New to the Third Edition

• A section on facility location planning for production, distribution, and service networks
  
• A section on strategic procurement
  
• Chapters on TQM, Six Sigma, and system and project management
  
• Key figures for the classification of planning methods in materials management
  
• Additional interactive Macromedia Flash elements for download from a companion website
  Covering all of the critical details in this area, Integral Logistics Management will equip you with the necessary tools to better handle the operation aspects of your company.