本书是一本英文影印版图书，原著由美国物流专家墨菲教授领衔编写。
作为一本历久弥新的经典教材，本书具有如下特色：
与时俱进，及时追踪物流前沿，反映当今物流研究与实践的最新动态。
体系合理、完整。第1篇阐述与物流有关的基本概念、信息技术在物流管理中的应用、物流战略与企业财务绩效之间的联系，讨论物流中的组织和管理问题。第2篇主要讨论供应链管理的概念及采购管理。第3篇详细阐述物流系统的几个要素，包括需求管理、订单管理、顾客服务、库存管理、设施选址、仓储管理、包装和物料搬运、运输与运输管理以及国际物流。
体例规范、图文并茂。章前有学习目标，章后有小结、讨论和复习题、建议读物以及案例等。
实用性强。两位作者都有丰富的企业咨询经验，书中介绍了大量物流管理方法，可以用来分析、解决我国的物流管理问题。
书中数据和图表资料等都进行了更新，案例的内容也进行了修改。
本书配有丰富的网络教学资源，采用本书的教师可登录www.crup.com.cn下载。
本书适合用于高校经管专业本科生、研究生的双语教学或全英语教学。

Preface
Part Ⅰ Overview of Logistics
Chapter 1 AN OVERVIEW OF LOGISTICS
Economic Impacts of Logistics
Logistics: What It Is
The Increased Importance of Logistics
The systems and Total Cost Approaches to Logistics
Logistical Relationships within the Firm
Marketing Channels
Activities in the Logistical Channel
Logistics And Supply Chain Careers
CASE 1.1 Kiddieland and the Super Gym
Chapter 2 LOGISTICS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
General Types of Information Management Systems
The Internet's Influence on Logistics
Information Technology Challenges
CASE 2.1 To Invest or not to Invest?that is the question
Chapter 3 STRATEGIC AND FINANCIAL LOGISTICS
Connecting Strategy to Financial Performance
Basic Financial Terminology
Reporting Requirements
Strategic Profit Model
Balanced Scorecard
Logistics Activity Measures
CASE 3.1 Brant Freezer Company
Chapter 4 ORGANIZATIONAL AND MANAGERIAL ISSUES IN LOGISTICS
Organizing Logistics within the Firm
Managerial issues in Logistics
CASE 4.1 Red Spot Markets Company
Part Ⅱ Supply Chain Management
Chapter 5 THE SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT CONCEPT
Evolution of Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Management Process Frameworks
Enablers of SCM Implementation
Barriers to SCM Implementation
Supply Chain Integration
CASE 5.1 Johnson Toy Company
Chapter 6 PROCUREMENT
Procurement Objectives
Supplier Selection and Evaluation
Global Procurement (Sourcing)
Sustainable Procurement
Supply Chain Finance
CASE 6.1 Tempo Ltd.
Part Ⅲ Elements of Logistics Systems
Chapter 7 DEMAND MANAGEMENT, ORDER MANAGEMENT, AND CUSTOMER SERVICE
Demand Management
Order Management
Customer Service
Managing Customer Service
CASE 7.1 Handy Andy, Inc.
Chapter 8 INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Inventory Classifications
Inventory Costs
When to Order and How Much to Order
Inventory Flows
Inventory Management: Special Concerns
Contemporary issues with Managing Inventory
CASE 8.1 Low Nail Company
Chapter 9 FACILITY LOCATION
The Strategic Importance of Facility Location
Determining The Number of Facilities
General Factors Influencing Facility Location
Specialized Location Characteristics
Finding the Lowest-Cost Location using grid systems
Facility Relocation and Facility Closing
CASE 9.1 All-Indian logistics Services
Chapter 10 WAREHOUSING MANAGEMENT
The Role of Warehousing in a Logistics System
Public, Private, Contract, and Multiclient Warehousing
Design Considerations in Warehousing
Warehousing Operations
CASE 10.1 Minnetonka Warehouse
Chapter 11 PACKAGING AND MATERIALS HANDLING
Product Characteristics
Packaging Fundamentals
Issues in Packaging
Unit Loads in Materials Handling
Materials Handling
CASE 11.1 let There be Light Lamp Shade Company
Chapter 12 TRANSPORTATION
Comaparing and Contrasting Transportation Infrastructure
Transportation Modes
Intermodal Transportation
Transportation Specialists
Transportation Regulation
Legal Classification of Carriers
CASE 12.1 HDT Truck Company
Chapter 13 TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
Rate (Pricing) Considerations
Modal and Carrier Selection
Documentation
Making and Receiving Shipments
Transportation Service Quality
CASE 13.1 Chippy Potato Chip Company
Chapter 14 INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS
Macroenvironmental Influences on International Logistics
International Documentation
Terms of Sale
Methods of Payment
International Trade Specialists
Transportation and Inventory Considerations in International Logistics
Logistics Performance Index
CASE 14.1 Nurnberg Augsburg Maschinenwerke (N.A.M.)
Appendix 1
Appendix 2
Glossary
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