Joining New Families is based on a research study which followed 61 children who were placed, between 5 and 9 years old, with adoptive or permanent foster families. Most of the children had previously been maltreated. The study focused on the problems and strengths that these children brought to their new families; how the new families coped; and the factors associated with the placements becoming stable and secure. The authors provide a detailed presentation of the findings from this unique study and highlight the implications for policy and practice. Key factors examined include <ul>
<li>the children's pre-placement experiences</li> <li>the quality of preparatory work with the children and families</li> <li>the characteristics of the new parents and their parenting style</li> <li>the children's emotional and behavioural difficulties</li> <li>the development of relationships within the new family</li> <li>the type and quality of post-placement support</li> </ul> Presenting new information and recommendations for future placements, Joining New Families is a valuable resource for anyone involved in establishing permanent placements for older children.

Joining New Families: A Study of Adoption and Fostering in Middle Childhood

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Rushton, Alan

Dance, Cherilyn

Quinton, David

Mayes, Deborah

Mental Health

wiley

Now in its fourth edition, The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management covers the full scope of logistics and distribution, providing a broad strategic framework for planning as well as a clear and straightforward description of the basic functions and elements. This definitive handbook clearly explains: concepts of logistics and distribution; planning and logistics; procurement and inventory decisions; warehousing and storage; freight transport; operational management. Fully revised and expanded with brand new chapters on supply chain segmentation, air transport, maritime transport and outsourcing, there is detailed discussion of the latest trends and issues that confront logistics. This book will help in logistics managers' quest to improve service and reduce cost, as well as keeping them aware of the many different facets of logistics and the supply chain. It should be of interest to practicing managers and supervisors, to candidates taking tests for the various professional institutes, and to students who are reading for degrees in logistics, distribution and supply chain management.

Handbook of Logistics & Distribution Management

Business & Money

Kogan Page.

Explores all the respective stages of the supply chain, from raw materials through to the final distribution of the finished product.

The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution

Croucher, Phil

Oxley, John

Management & Leadership

Kogan Page Business Books

This third edition includes updates in manufacturing logistics, integrated logistics, process design and home delivery and brand new sections on warehouse receipt and dispatch. Also contains an thorough explanation of new technologies such as radio frequency identification (RFID), voice technology, satellite crane systems and dynamic pick systems.

The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management

Logistics and supply chain outsourcing is an area of constant growth, and global sourcing is now a competitive requirement. It is a recognized strategy to align the supply chain with company direction and to manage services and costs more effectively. International Logistics Supply Chain Outsourcing is a comprehensive guide to the use of outsourcing logistics and supply chain operations. It includes a review of the market, an assessment of the major providers, a description of the main services available and a consideration of the key drivers for outsourcing. In addition, it provides a detailed framework for selecting a suitable service provider as well as a comprehensive evaluation of change management and subsequent contract management requirements.

International Logistics and Supply Chain Outsourcing: From Local to Global

Walker, Steve

International

Baker, Dr Peter

Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport

The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management provides an introduction to fundamental elements of modern logistics and distribution. It explores all stages of the supply chain from raw materials through to the final distribution of the finished product. This handbook covers vital areas, including: concepts of logistics and distribution; planning for logistics; procurement and inventory decisions; warehousing and storage; freight transport; and operational management.
The 5th edition of The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management has been radically updated to reflect the latest advances in logistics and covers new topics studied on academic and professional courses. There are brand new chapters on humanitarian logistics, multichannel fulfilment and reverse logistics, as well as detailed discussion of the latest trends and issues that confront logistics. 
The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management is a practical handbook and an essential reference for logistics and supply chain practitioners as well as students undertaking professional examinations and degrees in the field of logistics and supply chain.

The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management: Understanding the Supply Chain

The definitive guide to supply chain philosophy, strategy AND the practicalities of logistics and distribution. The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management is a step-by-step guide to setting up and managing supply chains to add maximum value to the organisations they serve. Benefiting from the author team's years of practical field-based experience in some of the most challenging environments across the world from developed economies to third world countries and war zones, this is a book that will enthuse students and be an invaluable desk reference throughout the careers of practitioners. Packed with worked examples and real-world data The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management offers complete coverage on all the key aspects of distribution, logistics and supply chain planning and management with clear and straightforward explanations. This is not a compilation of work drawn from a disparate collection of research papers and miscellaneous projects but a logical and complete holistic view of how supply chains fit together including the detailed, nitty gritty of the distribution and logistics. Globalisation, increased competition and new technologies have all changed the landscape in which supply chains operate. This fully revised 6th edition of The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management provides solutions to the key challenges. With new material on international freight forwarding, environmental best practice, cool chain, intermodal shipping and outsourcing and a new, detailed index of contents this is the ultimate study/reference companion. New online resources including PowerPoint lecture slides (tables, images and formulae from the text), glossary of terms, weblinks, blog articles, video interviews and infographics.

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Fully grasp the core principles of logistics, distribution management and the supply chain, in addition to emerging trends and the latest technologies, with this definitive guide that offers clear and straightforward explanations. The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management provides students and practitioners with a complete overview of all aspects of setting up, managing, and optimizing supply chains. Written by an author team with years of practical experience in some of the most challenging environments across the world, the handbook is underpinned by real-world data and worked examples throughout. Designed to offer a complete understanding of how supply chains fit together, The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution is structured logically and delves into topics in more detail than collections of research papers of miscellaneous works. With coverage on all the key aspects of distribution, logistics and supply chain management, students and practitioners alike will find this to be both an invaluable textbook and useful desk reference throughout their careers. The seventh edition includes updates and solutions designed to meet the challenges faced by those studying and working in the sector. New material covers future technologies, including artificial intelligence, cyber-security, 5G mobile networks, drones and cobots, and how these can be used to optimize operations and increase productivity. Online resources include lecture slides (tables, images and formulae from the text), glossary of terms, weblinks, blog articles, video interviews and infographics. 
 Review 
"A whopping 750 pages filled with a wealth of information on all aspects of the supply chain, from raw materials through to final distribution of the finished product." ― 
Martijn Graat, LogisticsMatter.com\n"I would recommend this as one of the most readable books available for logistics and supply chain students and professionals around the world." ― 
Dorothea Carvalho, Director of Professional Development, CILT\n"This is all you need. For anyone wishing to start their career or top up their knowledge, regardless of how long they have been in the profession, this is the one-stop, excellently written publication. This publication is my sanity check in an ever-changing world of logistics." ― 
Ashley Rimmer, FCILT, Transport Manager (Highways) Norse Group.\n"An impressive book covering the key aspects and processes of logistics and distribution in a detailed and holistic manner. It is an essential read for undergraduate and postgraduate students and others keen to understand more about logistics and distribution." ― 
Professor Michael Bourlakis, Director of the Centre for Logistics, Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Cranfield School of Management, Cranfield University 
 About the Author 
Alan Rushton is a former Director of Dialog Consultants, a consultancy specialising in distribution, logistics and supply chain management. He was formally the Director of Graduate Programmes at the Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Cranfield University. He is a Chartered Fellow of the CILT (UK).\nPhil Croucher is a former independent consultant and lecturer with over forty years experience in the Logistics and Supply Chain Industry. Over the years he has held many senior posts in the industry and worked in countries such as Oman, UAE, KSA, Jordan, Algeria, China and India. He is a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) and has an MSc from Cranfield University. He teaches at the University of East Anglia on a regular basis and undertakes foreign assignments for CILT to places such as Somalia and Thailand.\nDr. Peter Baker is a former independent consultant and lecturer. He spent the first part of his career in international freight forwarding and then moved to supply chain consultancy, during which time he conducted over 80 supply chain projects across a wide range of

Fully grasp the core principles of logistics, distribution management and the supply chain, in addition to emerging trends and the latest technologies, with this definitive guide that offers clear and straightforward explanations. The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management provides students and practitioners with a complete overview of all aspects of setting up, managing, and optimizing supply chains. Written by an author team with years of practical experience in some of the most challenging environments across the world, the handbook is underpinned by real-world data and worked examples throughout. Designed to offer a complete understanding of how supply chains fit together, The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution is structured logically and delves into topics in more detail than collections of research papers of miscellaneous works. With coverage on all the key aspects of distribution, logistics and supply chain management, students and practitioners alike will find this to be both an invaluable textbook and useful desk reference throughout their careers. The seventh edition includes updates and solutions designed to meet the challenges faced by those studying and working in the sector. New material covers future technologies, including artificial intelligence, cyber-security, 5G mobile networks, drones and cobots, and how these can be used to optimize operations and increase productivity. Online resources include lecture slides (tables, images and formulae from the text), glossary of terms, weblinks, blog articles, video interviews and infographics.

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Joining New Families: A Study of Adoption and Fostering in Middle Childhood

Handbook of Logistics & Distribution Management

The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution

The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management

International Logistics and Supply Chain Outsourcing: From Local to Global

The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management

The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management: Understanding the Supply Chain

The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management: Understanding the Supply Chain

The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management: Understanding the Supply Chain

The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management: Understanding the Supply Chain