Supply chain management is a cornerstone of the competitive strategies of many present-day organizations and has evolved from the operational to the strategic level. Understanding this, ‘Managing Global Supply Chains’ offers a comprehensive insight into the global supply chain sector – analysing the strategic, operational and financial aspects of the industry, and addressing the key elements in the management of global supply chains. The book is based on four principles, namely, clarity (which makes it simple for readers to comprehend); richness (which identifies questions from various academic experiences and disciplines to encourage readers to find out possible unexplored research or key issues); innovations (which prompts readers to reflect on changing traditional, day-to-day operations for enhancement); and practicality (which equips learners with the skills and knowledge to work in the real world).