"The latest thinking, strategies, developments, and technologies to stay current in supply chain management. Presenting the core concepts and techniques of supply chain management in a clear, concise and easily readable style, the Third Edition of Essentials of Supply Chain Management outlines the most crucial tenets and concepts of supply chain management. Shows how to utilize technology to boost efficiency and responsiveness. Introduces new material on the latest technology and practices available for supply chain management. Offers new cases and executive interviews throughout the book. Written by author of Business in the Cloud: What Every Business Needs to Know about Cloud Computing. Creating an effective supply chain is key to staying ahead in today's complex market. The Third Edition provides the tools, guidance, and examples to help maximize business performance and create competitive advantage."-- Provided by publisher.

Includes index.

Understand what a supply chain is and how it works. Utilize the latest technologies to boost efficiency and responsiveness. Discover new trends and techniques such as S&OP and Simulation Modeling. Align your supply chain with market demands.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 179-195) and index.

Key concepts of supply chain management Supply chain operations: planning and sourcing Supply chain operations: making and delivering Using information technology Metrics for measuring supply chain performance

Supply chain coordination Supply chain innovation for the real-time economy Defining supply chain opportunities Creating supply chains for competitive advantage The promise of real-time supply chain.