This book is intended for Users, Operators, Students in Universities and those undertaking professional institute’s qualifications. It covers all the basics and extends this with a wider discussion to encourage thought and application. With many case studies and best practice examples, the contents are as follows: • The Importance of Freight Transport • Transport Modes • The Road Freight Transport operator • Freight Transport Regulation • The Users’ Viewpoint • People • Developments and Trends Key Features summary: • Importance of freight transport within the supply chain • Costs • Productivity measurements • Computer applications • Accident analysis and prevention • Global and Reverse logistics • Adding value • Transport improvements • Practical Application and Training Topics This book continues the Excellence in... series. Other titles in the series are: • Excellence in Inventory Management - How to minimise costs and maximise service, co-written with David Granville • Excellence in Procurement - How to optimise costs and add value, co-written with Barry Crocker. • Excellence in Supplier Management - How to better manage contracts with suppliers and add value • Excellence in Supply Chain Management - How to understand and improve supply chains • Excellence in Warehouse Management - How to minimise costs and add value.
1. The Importance of Freight Transport 2. Transport Modes 3. The Road Freight Transport operator 4. Freight Transport Regulation 5. The Users’ Viewpoint 6. People 7. Developments and Trends Appendices Bibliography Index
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