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Global Logistics For Dummies® To view this book's Cheat Sheet, simply go to www.dummies.com and search for “Global Logistics For Dummies Cheat Sheet” in the Search box. Table of Contents Cover Introduction About This Book Foolish Assumptions Icons Used in This Book Beyond the Book Where to Go from Here
Part 1: Taking Your First Global Steps Chapter 1: Getting Started in Global Logistics Understanding the Evolution of Global Logistics Introducing SOLE – The International Society of Logistics Getting Started: Some Basic Logistics Concepts Deconflicting Some Unique Language of Global Logistics Identifying the Need for This Global Logistics Discussion
Chapter 2: Understanding the Role of Logistics in Global Manufacturing and Sales Manufacturing in a Foreign Location Dealing with Foreign Distribution Chains Anticipating the Impact of Geo-Politics and Social Change Adapting to the Logistics of Global Internet Sales
Chapter 3: Providing Global Logistics Services Defining Logistics Services and Logistics Service Providers Providing Global Logistics Services
Culture,