New Trends in Distribution Logistics (Lecture Notes in Economics and Mathematical Systems)

The globalization of markets has reinforced the interest in logistics. A constantly raising level of competition among companies stresses the need for improved logistic processes, in terms of cost reduction & increased service level. The book covers the main problems of distribution logistics: network design & location problems, tactical & operational planning of transport, internal logistics, & inventory management. The book contains a rigorous methodological approach with an emphasis on practical problems. Two survey papers provide references & open problems.New Trends in Distribution Logistics (Lecture Notes in Economics and Mathematical Systems), Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1999 was published 1999 under ISBN 9783540666172 and ISBN 3540666176.