Supply Chain in Humanitarian Operations: Managing Disruption Through Intervention and Innovation (Sustainable Development Goals Series)

By: Nor Aida Abdul Rahman and Kamran Mahroof and Juliater Simarmata

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Synopsis: This book explores the pivotal role of humanitarian logistics and supply chain management in ensuring effective response and relief efforts during crises. It delves into the technology revolution in this field, covering emerging trends and providing in-depth knowledge on theories and applications. The book emphasizes how technology can enhance the efficiency of humanitarian logistics and supply chain operations, integrating and optimizing technology for effective aid delivery during emergencies or crises. This book highlights the vital role that humanitarian logistics and supply chain management play during crises, emphasizing recent technological advancements. It explores the key components, challenges, and innovations that enhance the effectiveness of these systems in providing timely and targeted assistance. The book also connects humanitarian logistics to several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), demonstrating how these efforts contribute to poverty alleviation, health, and disaster resilience. This book offers a blend of comprehensive research and high-quality outputs from reputed authors and editors. It targets doctoral, postgraduate, graduate, and final-year undergraduate students in aviation, logistics, transport, travel, and tourism studies, as well as managers and decision-makers worldwide.