Most textbooks do not include models and decision support systems robust enough for industry. Designing and Managing the Supply Chain: Concepts, Strategies, and Cases, 3e by Simchi-Levi, Kaminsky and Simchi-Levi presents these models and concepts at an appropriate level for students and practitioners. While many core supply chain management issues are interrelated, the authors have tried to make each chapter as self-contained as possible. Readers can refer directly to chapters covering topics of interest without experiencing any loss of continuity. Each chapter utilizes case studies and numerous examples. Mathematical and technical sections can be skipped without loss of continuity.