Manufacturing Logistics – Streamlining Production and Distribution – 2nd Edition (191 pages)

BONUS: With the purchase of this book, you receive FREE OF CHARGE the entire THE SCM BLUEPRINT SHORT PAPERS SERIES COLLECTION, consisting of these 10 books:

• Deciphering Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). A Practical Guide
• Economic Order Quantity (EOQ). Optimizing Your Inventory Levels
• Warehouse Layout and Design. Optimizing Space Utilization.
• Supplier Selection: A Step-by-Step Approach
• Last Mile Delivery. Challenges and Solutions
• ABC Inventory Classification. Prioritizing Your Stock
• Inventory Turnover. Measuring Efficiency and Identifying Slow Movers
• Unveiling the True Cost of Purchasing. Beyond the Invoice
• Holding Costs. The Hidden Expenses of Inventory.
• Demand Forecasting methods. Choosing the Right Approach

At the heart of every successful manufacturing endeavor lies a seamless dance of precision, coordination, and efficiency. This orchestration, known as manufacturing logistics, is the linchpin that binds the intricacies of production, distribution, and delivery into a harmonious symphony of value creation. As industries evolve, technologies advance and customer expectations shift, mastering the art of manufacturing logistics has become imperative for organizations aspiring to achieve operational excellence and stand resilient in the face of complexity.

The author counts with +35 years of multinational, multi-industry, executive experience in supply chain management and has put together +160 pages of hard acquired knowledge that can easily be put in practice in any organizational environment.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: The Crucial Role of Manufacturing Logistics

Chapter 2: Foundations of Manufacturing Logistics

Chapter 3: Manufacturing Logistics Process

Chapter 4: Lean Manufacturing and Just-In-Time (JIT) Practices

Chapter 5: Production Planning and Scheduling

Chapter 6: Supply Chain Integration in Manufacturing

Chapter 7: Technology and Automation in Manufacturing Logistics

Chapter 8: Distribution and Transportation Strategies

Chapter 9: Inventory Management and Warehousing

Chapter 10: Sustainability and Green Manufacturing Logistics

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