MACMILLAN Contemporary Operations and Logistics: Achieving Excellence in Turbulent Times

This edited collection collates the most up-to-date and important research within the area of operations and logistics management. Boasting the combined expertise of one of the largest logistics and operations management academic teams in Europe, it provides both depth and diversity in a balanced portfolio. The first two sections are concerned with key contemporary issues in the subject area, providing a current and up-to-date overview of the field. Section three presents a selection of important cross-cutting themes that impinge upon and inform teaching, research and practice, while the final section includes a celebration of research highlights and showcases cutting-edge applications from leaders in the field. Invaluable to students, researchers and academics alike, this book is compulsory reading for those active within operations and logistics research. Review “I am a strong believer and supporter of Positive Psychology mainly because I have seen how useful and successful it has been for my clients in the Middle East. This book provides a much needed and well deserved positive view of the MENA/GCC region and I highly recommend it as a book everyone must read.” (Dr. Joanne Hands, PhD, LPC, LMFT, President of the Middle East Psychological Association, Kuwait.)  “This book is one of its kind in the region and entire Arab World. It involves a broad and exhaustive review of the many applications of positive psychology across education, organizations, health care, and government policy. The Middle Eastern perspective is refreshing and will help the region flourish.”( Dr. Zakeya Al Rasbi, Ph.D., Director of the Emirates Center for Happiness Research, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, UAE.) “I have been fortunate to read many of Dr. Louise's articles, papers and books and always find her writing profound, insightful yet, simple to understand. This book is another great accomplishment for Dr. Louise, all of her collaborators and the Arab world as a whole. Bravo everyone!” (Her Excellency, Sheikha Intisar AlSabah, Director and Founder of Alnowair, Kuwait’s first and only dedicated national positivity engine)   “This insightful book provides a unique blend of Positive Psychology with Middle Eastern science and culture. A first for the field of positive psychology and a truly ground breaking book for the region. I learnt a lot!" (Professor Lea Waters, PhD, Director for the Centre for Positive Psychology, University of Melbourne (Australia). President of the International Positive Psychology Association.)“This book offers fascinating insights into the complexities of modern, transparent and high-performing supply chains. The chapters represent lenses through which to audit, evaluate and identify improvements to supply chains to survive the challenges of the modern market place. I am sure the reader will enjoy the research knowledge and thought-provoking insights this book distils.” (Nick Rich, Professor, Swansea University, UK and author of International Standards for Design and Manufacturing) “This book is testament to how Logistics and Operations Management should be academically rigorous and practically relevant to society, economy and business. It showcases the unique diversity of expertise within this group, ranging from physical, quantifiable aspects of transportation and supply chain management to policy themes including sustainability and humanitarian aid. A must for students, practitioners and scholars to read.” (Christine Harland, Professor and Gianluca Spina Chair in Supply Strategy, Polytechnic University of Milan, Italy) From the Back Cover This edited collection collates the most up-to-date and important research within the area of operations and logistics management. Boasting the combined expertise of one of the largest logistics and operations management academic teams in Europe, it provides both depth and diversity in a balanced portfolio. The first two section