A. Dolgui, J.-M. Proth Supply Chain Useful Methods and Techniques

▶ The first comprehensive analysis of concepts and models in production systems to consider a broad perspective covering outsourcing strategies and dynamic pricing policies

Supply Chain Engineering considers how modern production and operations management (POM) techniques can respond to the pressures of the competitive global marketplace by integrating all activities in the supply chain, adding flexibility to the system, and drastically reducing production cost. Several POM challenges are answered through a comprehensive analysis of concepts and models that assist the selection of outsourcing strategies and dynamic pricing policies. The ramifications of these topics are discussed from local to global perspectives. Supply Chain Engineering also presents 2010, XX, 539 p. 149 illus. • inventory control policies, • radio frequency identification (RFID) technologies, • flexible and re-configurable systems, Printed book • real-time assignment and scheduling methods, • new warehousing techniques. Hardcover In addition, a significant part of the book is devoted to: lean manufacturing, line balancing 199,99 € | £180.00 | $279.00 ▶ (assembly lines, U-lines, and bucket brigades), and dynamic facilities layout approaches. ▶ *213,99 € (D) | 219,99 € (A) | CHF 266.50 Explanations are given using basic examples and detailed algorithms, while discarding Special offer valid until March 31, 2014 complex and unnecessary theoretical minutiae. Moreover, all the examples have been ▶ 100,99 € | £90.89 | $139.50 carefully selected with a view to eventual industrial application. ▶ *108,06 € (D) | 111,09 € (A) | CHF 134.44 Supply Chain Engineering is written for students and professors in industrial and , management , operations management, and . It is also eBook an informative reference for industrial managers looking to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their production systems. Available from your library or ▶ springer.com/shop

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