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An Introduction to Global Supply Chain Management, 2nd Edition
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An Introduction to Global Supply Chain Management, 2nd Edition

by Dr. Edmund Prater, Dr. Kim Whitehead
May 2023
Intermediate to advanced content levelIntermediate to advanced
224 pages
4h 23m
English
Business Expert Press
Content preview from An Introduction to Global Supply Chain Management, 2nd Edition

CHAPTER 11

SCM Trends

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Chapter Objectives

Assess the continued use of information sharing

Review the trend from vertical to virtual integration

Examine the continued growth of reverse logistics

Present thought-provoking ideas for management

It is important to realize that the current drivers of change in the supply chain will continue to impact the supply chain in the foreseeable future. Just as important is to acknowledge that these processes are simply a part of an ever-changing system. It is not good enough to understand today’s issues without addressing the future impacts of these changes, evolving technology, economic issues, and so ...

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781637424568