Logistics Clusters: Delivering Value and Driving Growth By Yossi Sheffi

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I always look forward to reading anything that Yossi writes. He is one of those guys that anyone involved in logistics and supply chain management should listen to and read what they write. I really enjoyed this book and have used some of the ideas contained in this book in recent speaking engagements. This book is really worth reading for anyone that is concerned about economic development and job growth. Plus, it is well written. Kindle, Pasta dura, Pasta blanda Fascinating look at logistics clusters and what they mean for business and industry actors located nearby, or considering where to locate. Important reading for those seeking careers in logistics, or in those businesses dependent on logistics. Understanding geographic opportunity is an important component, and very interesting are the chapters on the business opportunities that come from understanding movement of materials and goods, and the transportation channels used. Kindle, Pasta dura, Pasta blanda This is not a book about either logistics or supply chain management. It is actually a book about a specific type of cluster as its title suggests. One note: my first contact with the concept of cluster was originated when I read Competitive Advantage by Michael Porter and such concept really kindled my interest.The book is full of examples regarding the characteristics and advantages of logistics clusters. Many examples are concerned with the clusters of Saragoza, Rotterdam, Panama, and Singapore. I particularly enjoyed the up to date figures that are presented throughout the book which might be of some interest for further readers. In this connection, by the end of the book the section NOTES provides a number of references that support the author's arguments. As a matter of information, Yossi Sheffi carried out an in depth study as for logistics features of the above clusters.On a cost x benefit analysis, the book is a must and should be kept on the bookshelf of everyone into the logistics area. I therafore strongly recommend purchasing the above book. Kindle, Pasta dura, Pasta blanda Me ha sido muy útil para la escuela Kindle, Pasta dura, Pasta blanda I like this book, as Yossi managed to break down the various aspects of building and sustaining logistics clusters very well.This, to me, was fantastic.If I were a public policy planner, I would rate this book as a must read. However, it is also a must read for anyone in this business, as it helps to make a person understand the larger picture when it comes to logistics, as a business Kindle, Pasta dura, Pasta blanda

How logistics clusters can create jobs while providing companies with competitive advantageWhy is Memphis home to hundreds of motor carrier terminals and distribution centers Why does the tiny island nation of Singapore handle a fifth of the world's maritime containers and half the world's annual supply of crude oil Which jobs can replace lost manufacturing jobs in advanced economiesSome of the answers to these uestions are rooted in the phenomenon of logistics clusters geographically concentrated sets of logistics related business activities In this book supply chain management expert Yossi Sheffi explains why Memphis Singapore Chicago Rotterdam Los Angeles and scores of other locations have been successful in developing such clusters while others have not Sheffi outlines the characteristic positive feedback loop of logistics clusters development and what differentiates them from other industrial clusters; how logistics clusters add value by generating other industrial activities; why firms should locate their distribution and value added activities in logistics clusters; and the proper role of government support in the form of investment regulation and trade policy Sheffi also argues for the most important advantage offered by logistics clusters in today's recession plagued economy jobs many of them open to low skilled workers that are concentrated locally and not offshorable These logistics clusters offer what is rare in today's economy authentic success stories For this reason numerous regional and central governments as well as scores of real estate developers are investing in the development of such clustersView a trailer for the book at http techtvmiteduvideos22284 logistics clusters yossi sheffiHow logistics clusters can create jobs while providing companies with competitive advantage.Why is Memphis home to hundreds of motor carrier terminals and distribution centers? Why does the tiny island-nation of Singapore handle a fifth of the world's maritime containers and half the world's annual supply of crude oil? Which jobs can replace lost manufacturing jobs in advanced economies?Some of the answers to these questions are rooted in the phenomenon of logistics clusters--geographically concentrated sets of logistics-related business activities. In this book, supply chain management expert Yossi Sheffi explains why Memphis, Singapore, Chicago, Rotterdam, Los Angeles, and scores of other locations have been successful in developing such clusters while others have not. Sheffi outlines the characteristic positive feedback loop of logistics clusters development and what differentiates them from other industrial clusters; how logistics clusters add value by generating other industrial activities; why firms should locate their distribution and value-added activities in logistics clusters; and the proper role of government support, in the form of investment, regulation, and trade policy. Sheffi also argues for the most important advantage offered by logistics clusters in today's recession-plagued economy: jobs, many of them open to low-skilled workers, that are concentrated locally and not offshorable. These logistics clusters offer what is rare in today's economy: authentic success stories. For this reason, numerous regional and central governments as well as scores of real estate developers are investing in the development of such clusters.View a trailer for the book at: http: //techtv.mit.edu/videos/22284-logistics-clusters-yossi-sheffiHow logistics clusters can create jobs while providing companies with competitive advantage.Why is Memphis home to hundreds of motor carrier terminals and distribution centers? Why does the tiny island-nation of Singapore handle a fifth of the world's maritime containers and half the world's annual supply of crude oil? Which jobs can replace lost manufacturing jobs in advanced economies?Some of the answers to these questions are rooted in the phenomenon of logistics clusters--geographically concentrated sets of logistics-related business activities. In this book, supply chain management expert Yossi Sheffi explains why Memphis, Singapore, Chicago, Rotterdam, Los Angeles, and scores of other locations have been successful in developing such clusters while others have not. Sheffi outlines the characteristic positive feedback loop of logistics clusters development and what differentiates them from other industrial clusters; how logistics clusters add value by generating other industrial activities; why firms should locate their distribution and value-added activities in logistics clusters; and the proper role of government support, in the form of investment, regulation, and trade policy. Sheffi also argues for the most important advantage offered by logistics clusters in today's recession-plagued economy: jobs, many of them open to low-skilled workers, that are concentrated locally and not offshorable. These logistics clusters offer what is rare in today's economy: authentic success stories. For this reason, numerous regional and central governments as well as scores of real estate developers are investing in the development of such clusters.View a trailer for the book at: http: //techtv.mit.edu/videos/22284-logistics-clusters-yossi-sheffi Logistics Clusters: Delivering Value and Driving Growth