Drive sustainable supply chain competitive advantage through more effective supplier management and procurement: reduce costs, improve quality, and deliver better service for all customers. This is the most authoritative, complete guide to planning, implementing, measuring, and optimizing supply management and procurement processes. Straight from the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), it brings together up-to-the-minute principles, strategies, and decisions for all r...

Wendy Tate has had it! With three divorces under her belt, she seeks both solace and an income source. Why not yoga instruction? With many years of a practice, she could open her own studio, but must first acquire a teaching certificate. The ashram that she chooses will take her into a world of swami hoes, hillbillies, cult-like zombies and an FBI agent who is investigating the entire ashram staff... what could go wrong???

Perfect for beginners, this quilting book features simple illustrations and easy-to-follow steps that teach you how to make up to 30 beautiful quilts in a short amount of time!A comprehensive guide for both first-time quilters and those looking for a refresher course, Urban Quilting teaches you everything you need to know about this timeless craft. Each pattern contains instructions for three different quilt sizes, with designs that feature bold colors and...

Writers' Narrative is back with a bumper festive cozy issue. With articles on every aspect of writing and marketing copies, an interview with multi-award-winning cozy mystery writer, Libby Klein, and hints and tips on craft this is an issue that you should not miss.

Welcome to the October Issue of Writers' Narrative, the magazine for writers everywhere. This month we focus on Horror. There's an interview with Tananarive Due the foremost black horror author, how to write a truly horrible character, on writing horror - the campfire legacy, writing narrative non-fiction, marketing your horror books, book reviews, new releases and so much more. Whether you are an established horror author, or merely dipping your toe in the water, this is the magazine for ...

The March issue explores the craft of historical fiction and nonfiction, offering expert advice on research, authenticity, and storytelling techniques. Featuring an interview with Fiona Veitch Smith, a deep dive into writing historical stories , and practical tips for balancing fact with imagination, this issue is a must-read for writers looking to master the past on the page.

Step into a world where twinkling lights and holiday cheer are accompanied by Christmas puddings and a dash of intrigue. A Right Cozy Christmas Crime brings together thirteen festive mysteries where annual traditions are intertwined with shadowy secrets. From a historic Scottish Castle hiding a chilling truth, to the bustling streets of Lagos filled with more than just Christmas shoppers, each tale sparkles with holiday warmth while unravelling a deliciously puzzling mystery. It's time to ...

This month the focus is on poetry. We look at all aspects of poetry from football poetry to rhyming verse, via reluctant poets, accidental poets and poets who live and breathe their art. We are honoured to have an interview with Kathleen Jamie - Scotland's Makar. With all our regular features this is a magazine for all writers.

A circular economy perspective embraces a notion that we design everything to be reused for as long as possible, and then recaptured and repurposed when reuse is no longer possible. Designing for a circular economy ecosystem requires a more holistic, integrative viewpoint, spanning all aspects of design and development and considering many supply chain actors, far beyond that of traditional supply chains.Circular Economy Supply Chains highlights the need for cross-industry...

Supply Chain Finance is a contributed book looking at the two major perspectives of managing finance across the supply chain.The first is more short-term, focused on accounts payables and receivables. The second is a more overarching perspective, focused on working capital optimization in terms of inventory and asset management. It includes chapters from a variety of research perspectives, as well as from business and policymakers. The authors look at the ...

Dive into the world of writing and publishing with the September issue of Writers Narrative, where we illuminate the art of Marketing and Promotion for writers of all stripes. This month, we feature an exclusive interview with renowned marketing expert, Keri Barnum, whose insights are poised to revolutionize your approach to reaching readers.Unveil the secrets of successful author branding and discover the power of cultivating your unique literary identity. Immerse yourself in the l...

The global sustainability challenge is urgent, tremendous and increasing. From an ecological perspective, the current worldwide resource footprint requires approximately 1.5 planets to sustain existing life, and with current usage would require two planets by 2030. The social impact of ever-growing resource use disproportionately affects the world’s poor – the 3 billion people living on less than $2.50 a day, as they struggle to acquire what is needed to survive. The serious ecological and...