Chapter 1 Introduction to Logistics 1.1 Definitions 1.2 The Work of Logistics Order Processing 1.3 Importance of Logistics Chapter 2 Logistics Processes 2.1 The Logistical Value Proposition 2.2 Logistical Operations 2.3 Logistical Operating Arrangements Chapter 3 Information System 3.1 Logistics Information System Overview 3.2 Comprehensive Information System Integration 3.3 Electronic Data Interchange 3.4 Radio Frequency Exchange Chapter 4 Procurement 4.1 Procurement Perspectives 4.2 Procurement Strategies 4.3 E-commerce Procurement Chapter 5 Basic Methods of Inventory Control 5.1 Functions and Definitions of Inventory 5.2 Types of Stock-holding 5.3 The Implications for Other Logistics Functions 5.4 Inventory Cost 5.5 Inventory Replenishment Systems Chapter 6 Transportation 6.1 The Single-service Choices 6.2 Intermodal Services 6.3 Importance of an Effective Transportation System 6.4 Service Choices and Their Characteristics Chapter 7 Warehousing 7.1 Strategic Warehousing 7.2 Warehouse Operations 7.3 Warehousing Ownership Arrangements Chapter 8 Packaging 8.1 Packaging Materials 8.2 Logistics Packaging Functions Chapter 9 International Logistics 9.1 Historical Development 9.2 International Logistics and Supply Chain 9.3 Elements of International Logistics Chapter 10 Cold Chain Logistics 10.1 Overview of Cold Chain Logistics 10.2 Cold Chain Logistics Supply Chain and Its Management 10.3 Refrigerated Logistics Mode Chapter 11 Green Logistics 11.1 Cause of Green Logistics 11.2 Green Logistics Strategies Chapter 12 Supply Chain Management 12.1 Concepts of Supply Chain and Its Management 12.2 Model of Supply Chain Management 12.3 Key Attributes of Supply Chain Management