Warehousing and Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS),Inventory Control Techniques, Logistics Operations and Distribution, Freight Forwarding and Cargo Handling, Shipping and Transportation Management, Just-in-Time (JIT) Inventory System, Material Requirements Planning, Warehouse Automation and ERP Integration
Demand Forecasting in Supply Chain,Vendor Evaluation and Supplier Management, Logistics Cost Optimization, Distribution Network Design, Cold Storage and Specialized Warehousing, Safety Practices in Warehousing, Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Services, Reverse Logistics and Returns Management, Digital Transformation in Logistics, Global Logistics and Trade Operations
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<p style="text-align:justify">This book provides a comprehensive introduction to warehousing and logistics, covering concepts, history, types, and operations of warehouses. It explains warehouse management systems (WMS), shipping, freight forwarding, cargo handling, and distribution processes. Key topics include inventory control, forecasting, safety practices, and modern techniques like Just-in-Time (JIT) and Material Requirement Planning (MRP).</p>
<p style="text-align:justify">The book also explores vendor evaluation, contracts, transportation cost, and warehouse automation with ERP integration. Practical insights into optimization and real-world challenges are included. Written in an easy-to-read style, each chapter features summaries, keywords, questions, and illustrations, making it an ideal resource for students and professionals in logistics and supply chain management.</p>
<p>Chapter 1.Introduction to Warehouse<br />
Chapter 2.Types of Warehouses<br />
Chapter 3.Warehouse Organization Chart<br />
Chapter 4.Function and Benefits of the Warehouse<br />
Chapter 5.Warehouse Management System<br />
Chapter 6.Process Involved in the Shipment of Goods<br />
Chapter 7.Procedure for Arranging Freight<br />
Chapter 8.Putaways of Goods<br />
Chapter 9.Safety Rules in A Warehouse<br />
Chapter 10.Cargo Procedure <br />
Chapter 11.Familiarizations with Warehouse Companies<br />
Chapter 12.5S Concepts <br />
Chapter 13.Inventory Control and Basic Models of Inventory<br />
Chapter 14.Forecasting <br />
Chapter 15.Operational Inventory Systems<br />
Chapter 16.Probabilistic Models of Inventory Control for Perishable Items<br />
Chapter 17.Selective Inventory Control Techniques<br />
Chapter 18.Multiple Item Models of Inventory<br />
Chapter 19.Material Requirement Planning (MRP)<br />
Chapter 20.Just-In-Time Manufacturing<br />
Chapter 21.Vendor Evaluation <br />
Chapter 22. Contracts<br />
Chapter 23.Factors Affecting Distribution Process<br />
Chapter 24.Cost Effectiveness of Transportaion <br />
Chapter 25.Warehouse Automation and Optimization<br />
Chapter 26.ERP used in WMS<br />
Chapter 27.Career Opportunities in Logistics</p>
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