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"Most other books in this area attempt to do too much and are too long and cumbersome in their treatment of the subject matter. Perhaps the overall best characteristic of this text is its direct, no-nonsense treatment in a concise and understandable manner. This keeps the book relatively short but still includes all that is necessary." — Ralph G. Kauffman, University of Houston-Downtown
"This text does not overcomplicate basic concepts. It has been developed to convey rather than display knowledge." — John H. Collins, Chair, Basics of Supply Chain Management Committee, APICS Certification Program
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"Overall, the text remains one of the best, most straightforward texts on the market. I enjoy using it in my undergraduate Production Planning and Control course."--Daniel C. Steele, The Darla Moore School of Business, University of South Carolina
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I think this is the right book to start studying materials management.Each chapter written in an easy to read manner offers a great deal of systematically classified information on every aspect of production planning and control. I suggest you read the book with the accompanying case book which also covers lots of usefull material.
If chapters were outlined in more detail, it would have helped facilitate understanding and follow up more easily.
I and my students enjoy the book in class.
If chapters were outlined in more detail, it would have helped facilitate understanding and follow up more easily.
I and my students enjoy the book in class.
Format:Paperback
This edition is in a larger format than the previous one, which works better for me.
During transport, one of the corners were slightly damaged, not really a problem, unless I one day choose to sell this book.
During transport, one of the corners were slightly damaged, not really a problem, unless I one day choose to sell this book.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Well worth the money.
20 May 2006
Format:Hardcover
I own the 4th edition. I had to make a comment after amazon recommended the 5th.
This is a great book. Originally, i was PO'ed at the price. Especially when you get it and its quite thin compared to many texts. I had to get it for APICS.
Once you start reading it you find it cuts through all waste. This is not a padded book. It explains concepts in a brief, direct manner. Most importantly it communicates clearly. Its like a well written executive summary of the field of materials management. There is enough detail for practitioners.
I have almost all texts in the recommended reading of APICS. This is probably my favorite. The utility you will get per unit of time reading this is huge.
This is a great book. Originally, i was PO'ed at the price. Especially when you get it and its quite thin compared to many texts. I had to get it for APICS.
Once you start reading it you find it cuts through all waste. This is not a padded book. It explains concepts in a brief, direct manner. Most importantly it communicates clearly. Its like a well written executive summary of the field of materials management. There is enough detail for practitioners.
I have almost all texts in the recommended reading of APICS. This is probably my favorite. The utility you will get per unit of time reading this is huge.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
introduction to materials management
25 April 2000
Format:Hardcover
This is an excellent book to use to study for the CPIM certification and it offers a great deal of information that isn't always shared in the classes. After taking many of the classes I have found that reading from the book one becomes much more prepared for the exams. This book is also a great read for improving one's skills as a production planner. I recommend this book for anyone aiming to work in the materials end of manufacturing. Henry Ford would have enjoyed this!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
A good textbook
16 Nov 2005
Format:Hardcover
This book covers the basics of material management and goes into some quantitative detail as well. It is very well written and its lucid style is perfect for a beginner to get a grasp on the subject.
The author clearly and logically explains the concepts of production planning, master production schedule, MRP, Production and activity control, purchasing, inventory management, forcasting, demand planning and much more.
The book also has an abundance of examples and exercises for the student to work through. It makes a good read as a beginner's textbook - but it is probably not very useful as a practical guide for the experienced professional.
The author clearly and logically explains the concepts of production planning, master production schedule, MRP, Production and activity control, purchasing, inventory management, forcasting, demand planning and much more.
The book also has an abundance of examples and exercises for the student to work through. It makes a good read as a beginner's textbook - but it is probably not very useful as a practical guide for the experienced professional.
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