Ballou, R. H. (2004). Supply chain strategy: Improving performance. Journal of Business Logistics, 25(1), 1-15.
Ballou's work is distinguished by several outstanding features: Ballou, R
For those who appreciate the "science" in supply chain science, this book is a delight. It does not shy away from the necessary mathematics of logistics—linear programming, inventory control models, and transport costing are explained with rigor. It treats logistics as a data-driven discipline rather than just a series of operational tasks. inventory control models