The Shipping Point (PDF)

Fascinating insights into the changing supply chain industry in
China, from leading international experts

A fascinating look at the enormous changes taking place in China
today as it evolves from global manufacturer to global consumer
marketplace, The Shipping Point: The Rise of China and the
Future of Retail Supply Chain Management explores how China's
ascension will have a profound impact on the future of retail
supply chain management. Bringing together the knowledge and
expertise of leading supply chain and retail professionals from
around the world to illuminate opportunities that are likely to
develop over the next decade in China, the book is essential
reading for anyone working with or looking to better understand how
supply chains work.

Focusing on cutting edge logistics programs, processes, and
technologies that will drive supply chain innovation in the
twenty-first century, the book highlights innovative logistics
programs that link the Asia Pacific manufacturing base, with
international retailers and end consumers. Providing real examples
of supply chain innovation in the marketplace to clearly illustrate
the ideas in action, the book explores multi-country consolidation
in China, strategies for greening the supply chain, supply chain
& logistics IT systems, contingency planning strategy, and much
more.

* Explores the programs, processes, and technologies that will
drive supply chain innovation in the years ahead, with a particular
focus on China

* Incorporates case studies contributed by retail executives and
logistics industry professionals from around the world

* Highlights innovative logistics programs that link the Asia
Pacific manufacturing base with international retailers and end
consumers

In The Shipping Point, international transportation and
logistics expert Peter Levesque and a team of contributing authors
provide practical expertise and insights into present and future
opportunities for consumer retail and supply chain
management--and what it will take to turn those opportunities
into reality.