Christine Fiori

Your definitive guide to MPC as it relates to supply chains—fully updated for the latest version of the CPIM exam Maximize supply chain efficiency, productivity, and profitability—as well as customer satisfaction—using the hands-on information contained in this thoroughly revised resource. Written by a team of recognized experts, the book contains new coverage of Cloud-based systems, artificial intelligence, and data analytics. Designed for both professional and classroom use, Manufacturing Planning and Control for Supply Chain Management: The CPIM Reference, Third Edition, features hundreds of practice questions, examples, and case studies. The book arms you with the knowledge you need to pass the current version of the exam and obtain the coveted Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) designation. The book can also serve as an invaluable desk reference for managers new to the field. For the experienced manager, the book offers concise descriptions of the Supply Chain functions such as Forecasting, Sales and Operations Planning, Material Requirements Planning, Material Requirements Planning, Distribution Requirements Planning, and Scheduling. You’ll get cutting-edge MPC best practices that will give you the advantage in today's global manufacturing environment.• Features updated exam prep content and practice questions for the two-part CPIM exam• Contains three new case studies and updates of case studies from previous editions• Written by a group of experienced manufacturing and planning control educators

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Plan, design, execute, and manage building construction projectsThis hands-on engineering textbook shows, step-by-step, how to work through the many stages of a building construction project-from planning and material selection through compliance, safety, and quality assurance. Written by a pair of highly respected experts in the industry, Handbook for Building Construction: Administration, Materials, Design, and Safety contains best practices, real-world examples, and practical applications. You will discover how to develop design specifications, understand complex codes and regulations, and apply the best methods for building construction jobs of all sizes. Coverage includes:The construction industryThe project teamContract administrationConstruction AccountingProject EstimatingScheduling projectsRisk managementBuilding materials and construction methodsFoundationsElectrical constructionMechanical piping systemsHVACEnergy efficient building systemsSoftware supportProductivity and quality managementEquipment for building constructionSafety

Construction Management Fundamentals is intended as an introduction to both technical and business sides of construction, and is intended for use in an undergraduate Civil Engineering curriculum or for graduate courses in Construction Management. The text covers fundamentals of construction in a logical, simple, and concise format, and many examples reinforce construction and management concepts through applications, photographs, and illustrations derived from actual projects. Based upon professional practice, standard formats for analyzing common problems are presented and explained preparing students for fast-paced bid preparation. The second edition of Construction Management Fundamentals includes coverage of the Construction Specifications Institute’s new MasterFormat 2004 edition, as well as a completely rewritten safety chapter incorporating the latest OSHA required safety practices and reporting practices. The book will help prepare the student who may take one or two courses in construction or the construction management professional.