{"product_id":"the-handbook-of-logistics-and-distribution-management-understanding-the-supply-chain-paperback","title":"The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management: Understanding the Supply Chain - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAlan Rushton\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003ePhil Croucher\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003ePeter Baker\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLearn how to plan, operate and optimize a supply chain that delivers maximum value. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eis the definitive guide for students, operations leaders and logistics professionals who want to master strategy, planning and execution in today's fast-changing environment. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eNow in its eighth edition, this comprehensive resource blends strategic insight with step-by-step tactical guidance, supported by real-world data, flow charts and worked examples from the authors' hands-on experience. It covers everything from setting up and managing supply chains to leveraging the latest technologies and driving sustainable performance. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eYou'll learn how to: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- Design and operate efficient, resilient and sustainable supply chains\u003cbr\u003e- Apply AI, data analytics and digital tools to optimize performance\u003cbr\u003e- Manage logistics networks, inventory, transport and distribution channels\u003cbr\u003e- Translate strategic goals into practical, measurable actions \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFeaturing new insights into digital transformation, AI, blockchain and the future of sustainable operations, plus online resources including lecture slides, infographics and acronyms, this book equips readers to make smarter decisions, deliver results and strengthen their professional impact. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThemes include: supply chain strategy, logistics optimization, distribution management, sustainable operations, AI in logistics, digital transformation\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlan Rushton\u003c\/b\u003e was a Director of Dialog Consultants and Director of Graduate Programmes at the Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Cranfield University. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhil Croucher\u003c\/b\u003e is an independent supply chain consultant and lecturer. He is based in Suffolk. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeter Baker \u003c\/b\u003eworked in international freight forwarding and then as a consultant. He is a Visiting Fellow at Cranfield University. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eIoannis Koliousis\u003c\/b\u003e is an Associate Professor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Cranfield School of Management. He is the Director of the Executive MBA and Director of Executive Development for Supply Chain Management.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 896\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.77 x 9.61 x 6.69 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 24, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45427143770214,"sku":"9781398625112","price":110.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/7255\/0758\/files\/2-fZu5jkl29781398625112.webp?v=1775656008","url":"https:\/\/infinitylightwa.com\/products\/the-handbook-of-logistics-and-distribution-management-understanding-the-supply-chain-paperback","provider":"Infinity Light","version":"1.0","type":"link"}