Global Logistics And Supply Chain Strategies For The 2020s Vital Skills For The Next Generation Rico Merkert by Rico Merkert, Kai Hoberg, (eds.) 9783030957636, 3030957632 instant download after payment.

In the next decade, it will become even more critical to design the right logistics and supply chain strategies given potential challenging and disruptive economic, technological (i.e. automation), and sustainability developments. Economic developments such as the further growth of Asian markets increased political friction
across the globe leading to a reversal of globalization (on- and sure-shoring) and strong interest in omnichannel retailing will all require managers to re-shape, refocus, and potentially re-invent their entire supply chains. New technologies such as the Internet of Things, digital manufacturing, or blockchain are emerging quickly and could provide competitive advantage to those companies that leverage the technologies smartly while managers that do not adopt and embrace change could be left behind. Last but perhaps most important for mankind, sustainability aspects such as low-carbon transportation, closed-loop supply chains, or socially responsible supply chain set-ups will become essential to operate successful in the future.
All these aspects will affect global logistics and supply chains as a whole and also in different functional areas, such as air cargo, maritime logistics, or sourcing/ procurement. This book aims to dive into several of these functional topics to highlight the key developments in the next decade predicted by leading global experts in the field. Supply chains will be managed by a new generation of leaders that will need to be equipped with different skills and an innovative mindset that not only embraces but also works hand in hand with technology and algorithms. To prepare this next generation of supply chain leaders in a business school/university
environment (produce future proof graduates) as well as in the context of continuing professional development (enhance skill sets of current leaders), this book features contributions and key insights of globally leading scholars and senior industry experts.