Contents
Chapter 1  Introduction to Logistics
  1.1  Definitions
  1.2  The Work of Logistics Order Processing
  1.3  Importance of Logistics
Chapter 2  Logistics Processes
  2.1  The Logistical Value Proposition
  2.2  Logistical Operations
  2.3  Logistical Operating Arrangements
Chapter 3  Information System
  3.1  Logistics Information System Overview
  3.2  Comprehensive Information System Integration
  3.3  Electronic Data Interchange
  3.4  Radio Frequency Exchange
Chapter 4  Procurement
  4.1  Procurement Perspectives
  4.2  Procurement Strategies
  4.3  E-commerce Procurement
Chapter 5  Basic Methods of Inventory Control
  5.1  Functions and Definitions of Inventory
  5.2  Types of Stock-holding
  5.3  The Implications for Other Logistics Functions
  5.4  Inventory Cost
  5.5  Inventory Replenishment Systems
Chapter 6  Transportation
  6.1  The Single-service Choices
  6.2  Intermodal Services
  6.3  Importance of an Effective Transportation System
  6.4  Service Choices and Their Characteristics
Chapter 7  Warehousing
  7.1  Strategic Warehousing
  7.2  Warehouse Operations
  7.3  Warehousing Ownership Arrangements
Chapter 8  Packaging
  8.1  Packaging Materials
  8.2  Logistics Packaging Functions
Chapter 9  International Logistics
  9.1  Historical Development
  9.2  International Logistics and Supply Chain
  9.3  Elements of International Logistics
Chapter 10  Cold Chain Logistics
  10.1  Overview of Cold Chain Logistics
  10.2  Cold Chain Logistics Supply Chain and Its Management
  10.3  Refrigerated Logistics Mode
Chapter 11  Green Logistics
  11.1  Cause of Green Logistics
  11.2  Green Logistics Strategies
Chapter 12  Supply Chain Management
  12.1  Concepts of Supply Chain and Its Management
  12.2  Model of Supply Chain Management
  12.3  Key Attributes of Supply Chain Management