Contemporary Issues in Supply Chain Management and Logistics

While there are a number of college textbooks related to specific areas within logistics and supply chain issues, there are very few general supply chain management "trends" books. Of the books that exist, the majority has a European? centered international focus. There is an untapped market to create a supply chain and logistics book to be used in college classes that uses examples in the United States. Indeed, undergraduate and graduate business schools are increasing their course offerings in logistics and supply chain management, based on student demand. Supply chain managers' salaries are increasing and c?level positions are being added to many companies. To meet this demand, these new courses will require updated and relevant books that provide timely perspectives and examples using "real world" situations. Additionally, professionals working in the field need to stay current on the trends and issues facing supply chain management. They will be leading their corporations' strategies on supply chain management. This book would feed their position as thought leaders looking to make their supply chain leaner, more visionary, and reflective of the trends in supply chain management.