Introduction to Materials Management

Abstract

Introduction to Materials Management is an introductory text written for students in community colleges and universities. It is used in technical programs, such as industrial engineering and manufacturing engineering, in business, operations and supply chain management programs, and by those already in industry, whether or not they are working in materials management. This text has been widely adopted by colleges and universities not only in North America but also in many other parts of the world. The APICS organization recommends this text as a key reference for certification preparation for various CPIM examinations. In addition, the text is used by production and inventory control societies around the world, including South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, France, and Brazil, and by consultants who present in-house courses to their customers. Introduction to Materials Management covers all the basics of supply chain management, manufacturing planning and control systems, purchasing, physical distribution, lean and quality management. The material, examples, questions, and problems lead the student logically through the text. The writing style is simple and user-friendly— both instructors and students who have used the book attest to this.