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can a transport firm be managed more effectively? In Economy and Efficiency in Transport and Distribution Brian Ratcliffe looks at the principles of managing and marketing distribution transport services, describing how firms can become more efficient, save fuel and reduce costs.
This second edition has been updated to take account of recent technological and legislative changes and Ratcliffe examines the use of computers in the transport industry. He avoids jargon and includes easy-to-follow graphs and diagrams, case studies and checklists. All aspects of running a firm are covered what vehicles to select and why, how to plan loads, maintain vehicles and arrange routing.
The hardback book costs 214.95 and is available from bookshops or from the publishers, Kogan Page, 120 Pentonville Road, London Ni, phone 01-278 0433.