Effective management of the supply chain has emerged as one of the critical success factors in modern business management. This new book is a collection of writings by leading UK authorities in the field of supply chain management. It considers every aspect of supply chains and explains the key processes involved within them. It includes all the major and topical areas of interest from both the tactical and strategic perspective. The book will be invaluable to CIPS Diploma students, MBA students and for practitioners of purchasing interested in professional development.