SAP Logistics: An Introduction to SAP ERP and SAP Supply Chain Management (SAP SCM) (SAP PRESS)

From goods issue and goods receipt, to procurement, to inventory and warehousing, the pace of logistics is picking up. Keep yours moving with this reader-friendly guide to SAP ERP and SAP SCM. Learn how each component works, the advantages it offers, and how this fully integrated solution addresses the challenges facing today's companies. Improve logistics efficiency in key areas, such as product planning, plant maintenance, and sales and distribution.

* Discover how SAP Logistics benefits an organization
* Improve your supply chain and transportation processes
* Complete guide to SAP's logistics solutions with SAP ERP and SAP SCM

Logistics Processes
Walk through the key logistics processes enabled by SAP ERP and SAP SCM: procurement and logistics execution, product development and manufacturing, and sales and service components.

Practical Application
Apply tips and techniques gleaned from detailed case studies to your own logistics processes.

New Technologies
Keep up with changes in available logistics functionality with coverage on SAP HANA, Ariba, and the Logistics Rapid Deployment Solution.

Updated and Expanded Topics
This second edition unites SAP ERP and SAP SCM logistics coverage. New topics include SAP APO, SAP PLM, and SAP EWM.

* SAP ERP
* SAP SCM
* Procurement
* Inventory management
* Warehouse management
* Inbound and outbound logistics
* Product planning
* Manufacturing operations
* Plant maintenance
* Quality management * Sales and service
* SAP Transportation Management