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Fundamentals of Operations Management, 4/e
Mark M. Davis, Bentley College
Nicholas J. Aquilano, University of Arizona
Richard B. Chase, USC, School of Business
Supply Chain Management

Chapter Objectives

  • Introduce the concept of a firm's supply chain and show how it has evolved over time to its present status.
  • Identify current trends that are affecting the characteristics of a supply chain.
  • Present the requirements necessary for a successful supply chain.
  • Discuss the impact of technology on a firm's supply chain.
  • Define in-transit inventory costs and show how they impact the purchasing decision.




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